"One of my first choices when I'm looking for an excellent Word Chef. Fast, creative, dependable. great writing, a pleasure to work with." - Dan Davenport, Davenport Marketing Communications

Business and Internet Copywriting

Editing, Ghostwriting, and Book Doctoring

Medical Writing

Speech Writing

Speaking, Teaching, and Media Appearances

Photography

“Melanie has handled a range of writing assignments for us. She has interviewed our staff to develop material for our website. She has drafted collateral material for our direct mail campaigns. She has edited highly technical white papers and documents. We have used her over and over because we can count on her to get it right the first time. Melanie's work is consistent, reliable and technically excellent. She is a great, flexible, team player that can be counted on to complete her assignments in the allotted time even when we are in a time crunch. Melanie has been a critical element of our success and we wouldn't be nearly as successful without her excellent work.” - Lee Rosen, Rosen Law Firm

BUSINESS and INTERNET COPYWRITING

Melanie Votaw has developed, written, and edited a wide range of marketing materials and website copy for such companies as Izod Lacoste, the Sinclair Intimacy Institute, ProLife IT, Global Axcess, AudioXT, and Bavera Gourmet, including:

See the Portfolio page for samples. In business writing, Melanie can utilize her talents as a journalist, fiction writer, and poet to add creative punch without losing appropriate professional tone. Her eclectic writing background gives her an edge over writers whose tired and dry copy is the result of a more limited focus. Melanie also has a keen eye for layout and design. She can assist your designers to create a product that will give your business the edge, and in some cases, she can design the entire project from start to finish. Visit the Testimonials page to read what clients say about Melanie's copywriting. A more detailed portfolio can be requested via email.

Click here to a see partial Client List, which includes numerous industries, such as IT, telecommunications, marketing, food, medicine, law, art, the adult industry, and more.

EDITING, GHOSTWRITING, AND BOOK DOCTORING

Melanie is experienced in proofreading and substantive editing of fiction, non-fiction, and business text. Past manuscripts have varied from business management to fantasy fiction. One of her ghostwritten business titles has been published by a major publishing house. She is a magna cum laude college graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English, and her grammar and organizational skills are impeccable. Yet, she knows how to write in a fun and conversational tone, when appropriate. Email for more information. Beginning book authors and individuals looking to hire writers or editors, please click here for advice and an important message.

MEDICAL WRITING

Melanie has produced several patient publications for Health Information Project, as well as website copy for physicians and the Health Information Network, describing medical procedures for a lay audience. Most recently, she served as book doctor for "Revitalize Your Mouth," a hardcover book about cosmetic dentistry for a dentist in Beverly Hills, and Melanie is the primary writer for Golden Age Publications, which creates customized books for medical professionals and others. Melanie is also a member of the American Medical Writers Association.

SPEECH WRITING

Melanie specializes in motivational, instructive, and informative speeches for corporate executives, politicians, etc. A speech sample can be found on the Portfolio page, and additional speeches can be requested via email. As a speaker herself, Melanie has lectured for The Mensa Society, The Learning Annex, The Seminar Center, The Discovery Center, and New Life and Source of Life Expos. She has also appeared on radio and television programs.

SPEAKING, TEACHING, and MEDIA APPEARANCES

Click here to read about Melanie's speaking and teaching engagements and her radio and television appearances. Call (718) 382-4530 or email to inquire about Melanie's voiceover services.

Melanie Votaw is a true wordsmith

who can keep your readers engaged or entice your customers to buy!

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Faces of Freedom
Profiles of America’s Fallen Heroes
Compiled by Rebecca Pepin

I'm proud to have written a story for this book, which profiles fallen members of the military who lost their lives in Iraq or Afghanistan. To be released in May 2007, the book includes one service member from each of the 50 states, and all branches of the military are represented. Faces of Freedom has received pre-publication praise from U.S. Senators John McCain (R-Arizona), Chuck Hagel (R-Nebraska), and Max Cleland (D-Georgia), and proceeds will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project and Fisher House, two organizations that aid wounded veterans and their families. It means a lot to be able to offer this tribute to the family of a very brave and devoted Marine from my home state of Kentucky - DeShon Otey.

CLICK HERE TO PRE-ORDER AND SAVE $6 ON THE PRICE THROUGH MARCH OR TO DONATE TOWARD THE PRINTING OF THE BOOK.