Worth the Ink

A. Manternach

WRITER | EDITOR | COACH

Adam is a Midwest based editor and writer.He enjoys thinking about about the quiet things and characters that make people the same, but also a little uncomfortable.In high school, he was told he should write instead of going to college. Three schools and five years later, Adam graduated with a degree in English Education in a flooded teaching market.His passion for teaching, led him to listening and nudging his students to adapt their own education across disciplines to succeed in their terms. After a few years of subbing, he shuffled into office work, and dabbled in retail, before enlisting in the Army as public relations soldier.As a Soldier, he was tasked with seeking out to tell the Army and the Soldier's story.These experiences-- teaching, Soldiering, retail-- allowed him the opportunities to meet people from different backgrounds, serving others and listening to stories.Teaching, training, and mentoring people again, Adam regained a desire to write (and help others write) those stories down.People are people. People tell stories. We all have a story to tell.Let me help you write yours.

Services

1:1 Coaching:Session services are conducted in person or remotely via email, telephone, or Discord.Customized, personal sessions are focused on both the writer and the text.After an initial 1/2 hour consult, we can work together to determine the best services package and way forward.If I'm not a good fit, I'll try to help and hand you off to someone who may be better suited to your needs.

Services and fees:
Fees are based off of the current [Editorial Freelance Association (EFA) Rates] (https://www.the-efa.org/rates/) or a flat fee based on services provided.o Basic Coaching
o Manuscript Evaluation
o Developmental Editing
o Line Editing
o Accountability CallBook me for a virtual or in-person workshop or writer retreat.Check my calendar for upcoming events and appearances.

First Post --
Date 2026

For this text, I’ll be able to share current events and happenings for what I’m reading or writing.This space is for "updates" and education or resources that will help clients and readers.