Alison Howard

Alison Howard – Editor

Experienced editor specialising in Fiction & Non-Fiction with 20+ years in publishing. Favourite genres include Children's and Lifestyle.

Overview

With over 20 years in the publishing industry, I’ve helped dozens of authors tell their stories and refine their manuscripts.

Whether you're a first-time writer or experienced, published author, I believe in a collaborative approach, offering constructive feedback that helps a manuscript reach its full potential. I work closely with you to ensure your voice remains at the heart of your book, while enhancing the overall flow, structure and readability.

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Education & Reference Health & Wellbeing Parenting & Families Travel
Fiction
Historical Fiction Mystery & Crime
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • BA Hons German
  • HubSpot Inbound Marketing
  • Editorial Project Management
  • Diploma in Proofreading and Editing

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2010 — Present
Professional editorial services, including developmental editing, structural editing, rewriting, ghostwriting, manuscript appraisals, copy editing and proofreading to authors and publishers. Genres include biography, children's, history, philosophy and lifestyle.

Michelin Apa Publications

Jan, 2008 — Dec, 2009 (almost 2 years)
Worked with authors and illustrators to develop 30 front- and back-list travel destination guides from inception to print, including design and layout, editing, copy-editing and proofreading.

Cambridge Publishing Management Ltd

Apr, 2006 — Dec, 2007 (over 1 year)
Worked with authors and in-house team of illustrators to develop 30+ titles ranging from travel guides and children’s literacy books to co-edition, full colour, illustrated cookery and lifestyle titles.

Library House Ltd

Oct, 2004 — Mar, 2006 (over 1 year)
Edited and proofread research papers and wrote marketing communications at this business information and consulting company.

Portfolio

The Trust Paradigm

Hudson-Searle, Geoff

Developmental Editing Proofreading
Earth In Torment

Ronald D Thompson

2218Earth is not the place it was - it is an alien battlefield. Beings beyond our control contest the prize - Earth! One man, Robert Stave, is determined to alter the past, to save our future.... read more
Developmental Editing Proofreading
The Prince of Mirrors

Alan Robert Clark

Developmental Editing Proofreading
101 Ways to Lose Weight and Never Find It Again

Scott Baptie

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Veronica Twitch the Fabulous Witch (Veronica Twitch/Fabulous Witch)

Erica-Jane Waters

Proofreading
Strong Bones for Life (National Osteoporosis Society): Written by Joan Bassey, 2011 Edition, Publisher: Carroll & Brown Publishers Limited [Paperback]

Joan Bassey

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
My Pregnancy and Baby

Carroll and Brown

This is a brand new mint condition hardback edition What sets this book apart is its emphasis on the woman's role in managing her pregnancy and childcare. It aims to build on a woman's best in... read more
Copy Editing Proofreading
Baking with Fruit

Parragon Books

A delicious collection which brings together both classic and new recipes, using fresh fruit in all seasons and every imaginable baked delight. Recipes range from comforting tea-time treats to... read more
Proofreading
Cooking for Your Cat: Healthy Homemade Kitty Cuisine Seasoned with Affection

Parragon Books

If you love your cat and have decided to take the step of cooking for him to ensure that what he's eating is healthy, nutritious, and tasty, then this book is for you. Cooking for Your Cat inc... read more
Copy Editing
Baking For Your Dog: Tasty Treats For Your Four-Legged Friends

Ingeborg Pils

Dogs love treats - as anyone who shares a home with a four-legged friend knows. So what could be more natural than giving your pet the occasional sugar-free biscuit, crunchy cookie or deliciou... read more
Proofreading
Cooking for Your Dog (Pets)

Ingeborg Pils

What an excellent , thoughtful book.
Proofreading
DREAM IT BELIEVE IT DO IT

KANIKA J COOPER

Developmental Editing
Understanding and Managing Children’s Behaviour through Group Work Ages 3-5: A child–centred approach

Cath Hunter

Developmental Editing Proofreading
Sam's Story

Amanda Murray

Developmental Editing Proofreading
Meditatives (Little Library of Healing Herbs)

Copy Editing
A Pocket Guide to Roses: Species, Care and Garden Design (Pocket Guides)

Sandra Lindner

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Alias Papa: A Life of Fritz Schumacher

Barbara Wood

E. F. “Fritz” Schumacher was a profound, influential thinker and economist, and this fascinating biography traces his life: from his early years in Germany and his move to England and internme... read more
Developmental Editing

Alison has 3 reviews

Professionalism

Quality

Value

Responsiveness

Eduard W.

Eduard W.

Dec, 2018

Thanks Alison. Really good support. I´m again inspired :)
Alison H.
Thanks, Eduard. I hope all went well with your book.
J. A. A.

J. A. A.

Jul, 2018

Was right on time and very communicative
Alison H.
Thanks, Josh. Looking forward to continuing working with you.
Wendy D.

Wendy D.

Jul, 2018

It was a pleasure t work with Alison.

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