José Ramón Lizárraga
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Writing Support Services

Clear, compelling writing is rarely the product of inspiration alone. It is the result of careful thinking, structured revision, and disciplined craft. I provide high-level writing support for scholars, professionals, creative writers, and organizational leaders who want their ideas to land with precision and force.

I am an accomplished writer with a wide range of writing support experience. My work spans academic publishing, grant development, book manuscripts, public scholarship, keynote scripts, strategic memos, curriculum design, and creative nonfiction. I have supported clients at multiple stages of their careers—from doctoral candidates and early-career scholars to senior faculty, nonprofit leaders, and industry professionals.
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My approach is rigorous, collaborative, and tailored. I do not simply “fix” writing. I work with you to clarify your argument, strengthen structure, sharpen your voice, and align your writing with a desired audience and intended purpose.

Areas of Support
Academic Writing
  • Journal articles
  • Book chapters and manuscripts
  • Dissertation and thesis coaching
  • Literature reviews
  • Conference papers and keynote scripts
  • IRB protocols and research instruments
  • Tenure and promotion materials
Grant & Proposal Development
  • Foundation and federal grants
  • Program design narratives
  • Evaluation plans
  • Letters of support
  • Budget narratives
Professional & Organizational Writing
  • Strategic memos
  • Reports and white papers
  • Curriculum proposals
  • Public-facing statements
  • Executive summaries
Creative & Public Scholarship
  • Personal essays
  • Op-eds
  • Substack and blog posts
  • Speechwriting
  • Developmental editing for book projects
How I Work
Developmental Editing
Big-picture structure, argument development, clarity of stakes, coherence across sections.

Line Editing
Refinement of voice, transitions, sentence-level precision, and flow.

Coaching Sessions
Live feedback, planning sessions, revision strategy, and accountability support.

Project-Based Collaboration
Longer-term partnerships for dissertations, book manuscripts, or multi-stage grant proposals.

All engagements begin with a brief consultation to clarify scope, timeline, and goals.
Sign Up for a free initial consultation

Fee Schedule
Rates reflect the range and depth of engagement, turnaround time, and complexity of the project.
Hourly Rates
  • Writing consultation/coaching: $175 per hour
  • Developmental editing: $200 per hour
  • Line editing: $150 per hour
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Expedited timelines (under two weeks) may incur a 20% surcharge.

​Sliding scale options are available in limited cases for graduate students and community-based organizations.

Per-Project Estimates
Service
Estimated Range
Journal article (developmental + line edit)
$900 – $1,800
Book chapter
$1,000 – $2,200
Full manuscript (developmental)
Custom Quote
Dissertation chapter
$800 – $1,600
Major grant proposal
​(full narrative support)
$2,500 – $6,000
Strategic memo/white paper
$600 – $1,800

What Clients Can Expect
  • Direct, thoughtful feedback
  • Clear revision guidance
  • Structural recommendations with concrete examples
  • Respect for your voice and intellectual ownership
  • Professional discretion and confidentiality
Whether you are refining an article, preparing a grant, or shaping a manuscript, I can help you move from draft to polished work that reflects the depth and brilliance of your thinking!

If you are interested in working together, please set up a timed of a free initial consultation below. Include a brief description of your project, timeline, and intended audience.
Sign up for a free initial consultation
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