Academic Editing and Proofreading
Whatever your motivation for academic writing, it's essential to have expert editing eyes review your work prior to publication or submission.
Having to conform to rigid house styles and strict formatting and referencing requirements can combine to severely stifle any author's writing flow, especially if there's a tight deadline too.
Having to conform to rigid house styles and strict formatting and referencing requirements can combine to severely stifle any author's writing flow, especially if there's a tight deadline too.
Melanie is a very kind, warm-hearted, responsible and qualified proofreader. She always respected my deadlines and even delivered before the due date. We worked and communicated very well together. With Melanie's help, I safely passed all the assignments of my first year PhD, even gaining a Distinction for one of them. For every assignment, Melanie left notes to help me make progress. After working with Melanie, my supervisors noted that my English writing skills had improved which made me very happy. I am certain she would do the same for all those who need her services.
J. L, PhD student, Royal Holloway, University of London
Why choose me for your academic editing project?
I specialise in academic editing, particularly the Humanities and Social Sciences, with special emphasis on British and European History and the First World War in particular.
I have an academic background (MA, Britain in the First World War (Distinction), University of Birmingham, BA (Hons) French, University of Warwick) and my research has been published by the Institute of Cornish Studies.
I understand the challenges of academic research and writing and work with academic institutions, university presses, academics and post-graduate students.
Find out how my comprehensive editing and proofreading service will ensure your work meets the stringent specifications required by publishers and universities.
I have an academic background (MA, Britain in the First World War (Distinction), University of Birmingham, BA (Hons) French, University of Warwick) and my research has been published by the Institute of Cornish Studies.
I understand the challenges of academic research and writing and work with academic institutions, university presses, academics and post-graduate students.
Find out how my comprehensive editing and proofreading service will ensure your work meets the stringent specifications required by publishers and universities.
What academic editing services do I offer?
As a minimum, my services provide a quality check and tidy-up.
I will:
* identify necessary changes
* correct spelling (according to your chosen style)
* correct punctuation
* correct grammar
* ensure consistency in usage of terms and spelling
* ensure consistency in presentation and layout
* ensure accuracy in text, images and layout
* ensure that page numbers, headings, illustrations, captions and labels correspond
* ensure formatting and style anomalies are queried
Additional services include:
* making changes for flow, tone and intended readership
* ensuring your chosen house style (e.g. CMOS) is consistently applied
* checking whether any terms or abbreviations need explaining
* querying obvious factual inaccuracies in my specialist subjects
* flagging potential legal issues
* checking academic references
* creating a style guide
I will:
* identify necessary changes
* correct spelling (according to your chosen style)
* correct punctuation
* correct grammar
* ensure consistency in usage of terms and spelling
* ensure consistency in presentation and layout
* ensure accuracy in text, images and layout
* ensure that page numbers, headings, illustrations, captions and labels correspond
* ensure formatting and style anomalies are queried
Additional services include:
* making changes for flow, tone and intended readership
* ensuring your chosen house style (e.g. CMOS) is consistently applied
* checking whether any terms or abbreviations need explaining
* querying obvious factual inaccuracies in my specialist subjects
* flagging potential legal issues
* checking academic references
* creating a style guide
The level of detail you go to is very much appreciated. I am extremely impressed and extremely grateful. It is such a thorough piece of work!
Ray O'Connor, Wine Director, Naked Wines UK, MA Dissertation
I can't stress enough how fantastic you have been over the past months and how valuable were your contribution, suggestions and overall professionalism.
Michael M, author
My fees adhere to the guidelines set by the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading but please contact me directly to discuss prices for your specific project
