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Douglas wrote: "Alison,typo? 2500 pages?"
'Blush'!! Thanks!
Funnily enough I've just written a blog post about how our brains skip over our own words without reading them properly and that is why editors are so important. Just proved my own point :)
Alison wrote: "Douglas wrote: "Alison,typo? 2500 pages?"
'Blush'!! Thanks!
Funnily enough I've just written a blog post about how our brains skip over our own words without reading them properly and that is why..."
So true. I always say, "Even editors need editors."
Bethany wrote: "Alison wrote: "Douglas wrote: "Alison,typo? 2500 pages?"
'Blush'!! Thanks!
Funnily enough I've just written a blog post about how our brains skip over our own words without reading them properly ..."
And that's why I never edit my own books!
I am also a self-published author, so I understand the concerns of independent authors. I work on a freelance basis for several academic writing companies and copy write and edit for my husband’s communications consultancy. I have worked for US clients and am happy to edit in either UK or US English.
I have a first degree in English Language and Literature, a Masters in Creative Writing and a professional journalism qualification and have taught creative writing with a focus on grammar, punctuation, creativity, voice and expression.
I am a keen supporter of independent novelists. It frustrates me when a talented writer is held back or receives negative reviews because of typos or structural errors. If you have put a lot of time and effort, and indeed your heart and soul, into a book, then the last thing you want is for it to be criticised for errors that can be rectified with a professional edit of your work. The truth is that we don’t always see the mistakes we make because we are so familiar with the words we have written. This is where I can help. I can be the fresh pair of eyes that check and evaluate your work in an unbiased and supportive way. I have no wish to write your book for you, so I won’t try to alter your ‘voice’. And any recommendations that I make are just that – recommendations. It is entirely up to you whether you choose to use them or ignore them. It is your book, not mine.
I want your book to be the best it can be and I want you to hit that ‘publish’ button secure in the knowledge that you have done all you can to ensure that your work is up to standard. I will work with you to achieve that aim, giving honest and supportive feedback and suggestions along the way.
As stated above, I am offering discounts to new clients at the moment - so do get in touch to discuss how I can help.
You can find out more about my services here:
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