About Us

We'll polish it until it shines.

It's not just about picking the right words and eliminating grammar problems. A great document needs a creative edge.

At Illuminated Manuscripts, we carefully examine your project and consult with you about how to give your document that extra finesse to make it stand out above the rest.

Susan Carpenter Sims, M.A.

Susan has over fifteen years of experience as a professional writer and editor. Her areas of expertise include creative, business, technical, journalistic, promotional, and grant writing.

Illuminated Manuscripts

offers a full line of services for businesses,

non-profits, professionals, students, and creative writers.

We can help with all your editing, proofreading, and writing needs, including:

Business letters & documents

Copy writing & editing

Grants & fundraising documents

Resumes

Brochures/Fliers

Student papers

Reports

Creative manuscripts

Advertising

Style consultations
Personal histories