I am an experienced academic/nonfiction editor specializing in works that engage critically with the world around us. I provide development editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading for theses, dissertations, nonfiction books, journal articles, reports, grants, and memoirs, partnering with writers to shape strong, accessible arguments and polished prose. Prior to my 16 years as an editor, I worked for nine years as a qualitative researcher in the university sector. I conducted interviews and focus groups, coded and analyzed data, and wrote final reports of the research.

Candida Hadley

I am an experienced academic/nonfiction editor specializing in works that engage critically with the world around us. I provide development editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading for theses, dissertations, nonfiction books, journal articles, reports, grants, and memoirs, partnering with writers to shape strong, accessible arguments and polished prose. Prior to my 16 years as an editor, I worked for nine years as a qualitative researcher in the university sector. I conducted interviews and focus groups, coded and analyzed data, and wrote final reports of the research.

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I am an experienced academic/nonfiction editor specializing in works that engage critically with the world around us. I provide development editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading for theses, dissertations, nonfiction books, journal articles, reports, grants, and memoirs, partnering with writers to shape strong, accessible arguments and polished prose.

Prior to my 16 years as an editor, I worked for nine years as a qualitative researcher in the university sector. I conducted interviews and focus groups, coded and analyzed data, and wrote final reports of the research.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Acquisition and Development Editor at Fernwood Publishing
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2020
Acquired new book projects, vetted unsolicited manuscript submissions, coordinated editorial processes, obtained external reviews, and guided revisions; managed production, copyedited and proofread final manuscripts; wrote promotional materials and grant applications; mentored incoming editorial staff.
Qualitative Researcher & Project Manager at Various (McMaster University & Dalhousie University)
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2009
Conducted interviews and focus groups; developed and administered surveys; coded and analyzed data; prepared literature reviews and final reports; managed projects and coordinated with research partners; trained and supervised research assistants.
Qualitative Researcher & Project Manager at Various, McMaster University and Dalhousie University
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2009
Conducted interviews and focus groups with a wide variety of participants; developed and administered surveys; coded and analyzed research findings with various software; prepared literature reviews and final reports; administered projects and coordinated with research partners; trained and supervised research assistants.

Education

Master of Arts: Global Studies at McMaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Master of Arts: Religious Studies at McMaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Hons B.A.: Religious Studies at McMaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
B.A.: Anthropology at McMaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Select Courses: Publishing at Toronto Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Master of Arts, Global Studies at McMaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Master of Arts, Religious Studies at McMaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Honours B.A., Religious Studies at McMaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
B.A., Anthropology at McMaster University
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Select Courses: Publishing at Toronto Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026

Qualifications

Select Courses: Publishing
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Select Courses: Publishing
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other