Publishing and editorial
Manuscripts polished here ...
Services for large and small trade publishers, self-publishing authors and academic writers
Manuscript assessment
A detailed, written report by an industry expert on your manuscript’s readiness for publication
Developmental editing
An early stage of work with a professional editor, also known as ‘Structural editing' and ‘Substantive editing'
Copyediting
Polishing your text for maximum effect in comprehension, clarity and consistency
Proofreading
Correcting surface errors after editing and typesetting (layout)
Academic writing
Writing and editorial services for researchers and academic writers. Copyediting for RHD (masters, doctorate and PhD) candidates.
Book coaching
Are you longing to write your own memoir or novel? Is there a book inside you can’t seem to get out? Do you struggle to find time or focus? Get the support you need with 2 initial planning sessions followed by monthly catch-ups to keep you on track.
Life writing
Specialising in helping retired professionals and organisations to preserve their legacy and share their contributions with the world: auto/biographies, memoirs, tributes, life stories, anniversaries and service histories
Publishing services
Planning, coordination and professional support for design, layout / typesetting, photography, illustration, printing, eBook conversion and preparation for publication
Pricing policy
Our pricing policy is commensurate with current market rates and our experience, expertise and qualifications (see About). You may wish to view the professional association’s published rates for editing services.
Whether you have written a work of fiction or creative non-fiction, an academic textbook, a self-help book or a memoir, as a writer no doubt you have spent countless hours creating your manuscript, and it is unique to you. Recognising that ‘one-size-does-not-fit-all’, our free editorial review of your manuscript provides a written and itemised quote (or estimate) that takes into account all of the unique features of the work, your brief, our professional assessment of what is needed and what is possible within the constraints of time and budget.
We work with authors who are serious about their writing and who are committed to publishing high-quality works.
The publishing process is one of co-creation:
you produce those beautiful words and stories, and we help you to present them in the best possible light.
To do that we will develop a relationship of trust and mutual respect for each other’s professionalism.
You are welcome to book a 15-minute, no-obligation phone call or videoconference to discuss your requirements.
