
writer & editor, specializing in destinations, art, history,
food & wine, and social justice
Former longtime senior editor of National Geographic Travel Publishing
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MA in Journalism, University of Missouri School of Journalism
Member of the Society of American Travel Writers and National Press Club
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Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Award Winner

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Editing services
As an editor and proofreader with more than 25 years experience and a Master's degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Journalism, I can help clients obtain the highest level of workmanship, taking their stories and manuscripts to the next level. I can review manuscripts and stories at both macro and micro levels, ranging from manuscript assessment and developmental assessment to line editing to copyediting and proofreading.
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Client Accolades
Barbara is thorough, professional, timely, and an absolute joy to work with!
—Christopher V.
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I have only positive things to say about Barbara. She was very thorough and worked with the chapters sent in two batches and not in order. The most positive compliment I can give is that I would hire her again in a heartbeat. She was quick and very helpful, making suggestions and changes that I will use without a doubt.
—Nancie A.
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I cannot recommend Barbara enough. My manuscript is now considerably tightened and polished, something that I could not of done myself. I have learnt so much through working with Barbara. Quick turnaround and lot of suggestions on how to make my book look more professional.
—Linda N.
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Barbara Kennedy’s expert editing skills were invaluable to me as a first-time author.
Barbara’s focus and dedication to the task at hand as well as her constant communication all during our collaboration enabled my two-yearlong book project to finally cross the finish line. Thank you so very much Barbara for a job well done!
—Todd S.
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Working with Barbara was a wonderful experience; she gave me concrete, useful and kind feedback. I highly recommend her.
—Elizabeth M.
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