What I Do
As an expert in the written word and a dedicated supplier of a wide range of editorial services in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and beyond, I can help you with –
Editorial support
- Expert feedback on subject coverage, structure, flow, readability and tone
Copy editing
- In-depth checks for consistency, clarity, and relevance
- Ensure grammar, syntax, diction, spelling and punctuation are correct
- Reduce over-long sentences and paragraphs where required
- Double-check text references and ensure footnotes are accurate
- Remove unwanted formatting and ensure fonts used in headings and text are consistent throughout
Proofreading
- Final check for spelling and punctuation errors in headings and body copy
- Review for consistency of headings, references and pagination
- Ensure fonts used are consistent
- Deal with any missing or repeated text
- Ensure diagram and illustration captions and references to sources are correct and match text references
Creative ideas
- When your project could do with some additional creative input, ideas for further content, or connections with new sources or contacts, I am happy to contribute, based on my extensive experience in a range of business environments
Not sure which service you need?
- Copy editors improve the overall structure and readability of the text, whereas proofreaders ensure the accuracy and consistency of the final product. So let’s talk about your project. Send me an outline, or an example, or excerpts from, the work you need help with. I can assess it without charge and advise you on whether it’s a proofreading exercise, a project where copy editing would be advisable, or whether other input is required.
Why you should choose me
- I have huge experience in the editorial space. It spans everything from books, articles and newsletters on business topics to memoirs and personal journeys. Whatever your requirement, you will find me a versatile and creative source of advice and encouragement.
Find out more about my editorial services and “How I’ll work with you” and find me on LinkedIn here!
“I commissioned Helen to help with my blog. I sent her rambling posts, littered with typos, grammatical errors and sentences which go on forever and Helen transformed them into posts which capture and hold the attention of readers. Helen is easy to work with, delivers on time, and I would have no hesitation in recommending her.”
Amanda Claesens, ACE Market Research