Editorial services: copywriting, editing, proofreading
Professional, meticulous, versatile. Specialist subjects include natural sciences, geology and ecosystems
What I do
I am a professional editor and proofreader with more than 20 years' experience working on The Times
newspaper in London. I have a recent first-class BSc in Natural Sciences and an MSc (Distinction) in Earth Sciences.
My editing specialisms focus on Earth and environmental sciences, with particular emphasis on climate change, geohazards and ecosystems. However, my areas of expertise extend to a wide range of subjects and I have worked on books dealing with architecture, anthropology, biological science, and food, among others, as well as memoirs and fiction.
My editing specialisms focus on Earth and environmental sciences, with particular emphasis on climate change, geohazards and ecosystems. However, my areas of expertise extend to a wide range of subjects and I have worked on books dealing with architecture, anthropology, biological science, and food, among others, as well as memoirs and fiction.
Professional code
I am a professional member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading, and as such adhere to their code of practice. My CIEP directory listing, including full testimonials from some of my clients, can be found here.
Editing methods
I work on paper proofs and on-screen, tracking changes with Word 16. I have edited short pieces for web content as well as lengthy books, and have experience working with tables and complicated data sets.
Efficient turnaround
My newspaper background means I understand the pressure of deadlines, and will always endeavour to return edited work in the fastest possible time.
Request a quote
My rates are by the hour or per 1,000 words, depending on the work required. The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading gives guidelines to industry rates here.
Testimonials
“Colette is one of the most professional and talented editors I have ever worked with... insightful, meticulous and erudite, she combines creative flair with pin-sharp accuracy.”
Gill Morgan
Co-founder
Uncommonly
Uncommonly
“Colette is a sensitive editor of good copy, but can take a poorly written piece and entirely turn it around... Her keen eye always picks up any causes for concern."
James Collard
Co-founder
Uncommonly
Uncommonly
“Colette's editorial work on Museum Without Walls
and The Plagiarist in the Kitchen
- both organising and copy-editing the content - was of the highest standard.”
John Mitchinson
Co-founder and Publisher
Unbound Books
Unbound Books
