Francesca Ramadan

Francesca Ramadan – Editor

Eagle-eyed editor (copy and developmental) with a passion for health and social care publishing, legal content and the humanities.

Overview

With over 10 years of industry and editorial experience, ranging from poetry collections to peer-reviewed manuscripts, I am an accomplished writer and editor with a creative flair and a meticulous eye.

In my capacity as Publisher at a legal publishing house, I was responsible for the management of the product portfolio in print and digital, commissioning new, relevant content used by lawyers, human rights professionals and academics globally. I know what makes a valuable, compelling legal book, and can help you with yours!

During my experience as the editor of several healthcare journals, I became adept in all aspects of manuscript and publication development, from initial proposal to final proofing. My areas of focus include neurology and adult health and social care, but I've tried my hand at a multitude of healthcare specialities, including palliative care, gastroenterology and district nursing. With a background in legal and technical publishing, my speciality is translating high-level information into something a little more engaging.

I offer a professional and specialised copyediting service, working closely with my clients to address issues in a manuscript's content and technical elements and in writing style, flow and structure, as well as attending to errors in grammar, spelling and referencing and issues with ethics and research quality. I have worked on publications and papers covering a wide variety of disciplines and subjects—including (but not limited to!) leech barometers, architecture within the fairy tale, environmental and energy law, and factors affecting health-related quality of life in Nepalese traumatic brain injury patients—so nothing is outside of my remit. What you can expect from me is timely and thorough editing and constructive feedback, moving past merely polishing up your publication, with the goal of making you a better writer and researcher.

Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Education & Reference Health & Wellbeing Law Medicine, Nursing, & Dentistry
Languages
English (UK)
Certifications
  • BA: English and American Literature
  • MA: Victorian Literature
  • Level 4 Diploma in Magazine Journalism from the National Council for the Training of Journalists

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2014 — Present
I perform developmental editing, copyediting and proofreading of dissertations, theses, research papers and books from academics, clinicians, professionals and scientists (specialising in those relating to healthcare, medicine and pharmacology; social sciences, arts and humanities; and business, law and economics), assisting them to improve their writing to a publication-ready standard.

Globe Law and Business

Jan, 2025 — Present
I am delighted to act as a Commissioning Editor for Globe Law and Business, a leading publishing house that specialises in producing practical, topical titles for legal and business professionals, on a freelance basis.

Intersentia UK

May, 2023 — Dec, 2024 (over 1 year)
I was proud to be the Publisher at Intersentia Ltd, an editorially independent publishing house with a legal focus and a strong emphasis on comparative methods, the protection of human rights and vulnerable groups, and transitional, climate and social justice. As Publisher, my responsibilities included managing new and existing titles and series, overseeing their delivery to production and their promotion on the market in collaboration with editorial and marketing colleagues. Actively signing new titles in and outside of book series and commissioning original content to create an editorial pipeline that encompasses commercial, market and capacity considerations was also part of my role, alongside overseeing the development and distribution of both our digital and print offerings. Cultivating and managing a network of authors, industry contacts and academics in the legal sphere also fell within my remit, which included attending national and international conferences to represent Intersentia.

Mark Allen Group

Sep, 2019 — Apr, 2022 (over 2 years)
During my time at the Mark Allen Group, I was promoted twice for my commercial acumen and my ability to develop and improve journals in terms of content and style, holding the role of editor of three journals in total: Nursing and Residential Care, the British Journal of Neuroscience Nursing and the British Journal of Community Nursing. As Editor, I was responsible for commissioning, budgeting for and developing original and engaging content relevant to specialist readers and conceptualising, planning and developing original publications to reach new audiences. Overseeing peer review and working closely with authors to develop their manuscripts, alongside editing, laying out and proofing manuscripts to a monthly deadline, was also part of my role. I contributed editorials, conference reports, interviews and other content, and acted as the point of contact for authors, freelancers and the readership, as well as collaborating with managerial and commercial teams and editorial boards.

ARK Group

Feb, 2018 — May, 2019 (about 1 year)
I was responsible for commissioning exceptional, relevant content for books designed to help legal and information management professionals navigate and thrive within a complex and dynamic market. I also acted as editor of these products, ensuring that Ark's books met the highest standards in terms of style and quality. Publications that I have commissioned and edited include "The Diversity Agenda: Lessons and Guidance from the Legal Profession", "Emerging Approaches to Law Firm Profitability", and "The Evolution of the Law Firm Library Function". Growing and managing relationships with both existing and potential authors was also part of my role, alongside being a contact for the industry.

Out-Spoken Press

Sep, 2016 — Dec, 2016 (3 months)
I performed general administrative duties, organised publicity events for new releases, and researched and created biographical notes and promotional copy. Communicating and collaborating with authors and other publishing houses, including Saqi Books, was also part of my role. I also utilised the skills gained from my extensive copyediting experience to assist in proofreading and editing manuscripts for publication, including the first anthology dedicated to writing by British Muslim women.

Portfolio

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Foundations of Structured Trade Finance, Second Edition

Oramah, Benedict O

Globe Law and Business

Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
The Everyday Olympiad: Athletes of Life

Purz, C.R.

BookBaby

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Product Counsel: Advise, Innovate, and Inspire

Go, Adrienne

Globe Law and Business

Copy Editing
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
European Labour Law

Jaspers, Teun

Intersentia

Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Copy Editing
From the Lines of Dissent

Diversified Media

Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
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Francesca has 14 reviews

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Saira P.

Saira P.

Oct, 2025

I had a great experience working with Francesca. Her edits were meticulous and thoughtful. and she improved clarity, structure, and consistency. She delivered early, to boot. The quality of her work and the value she provided exceeded expectations.
Francesca R.
I really appreciated working with you, Saira! Looking forward to seeing where your project goes next. Many thanks for your lovely feedback.
Arthur K.

Arthur K.

Sep, 2025

I had an excellent experience working with Francesca Ramadan on Reedsy.com. Her work helped to clarify some of the main points of my work, creating a professional manuscript which allowed, yet modified, my artistic license, making it more readable. She was very professional, yet human; very comm...
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Francesca R.
Thank you for your lovely feedback, Arthur! It was a real pleasure to work with you, and I know your manuscript will go on to make a big impact.
John S.

John S.

Jul, 2025

Francesca is a great editor. Polite, timely and provided good recommendations. Her review was thorough with excellent understanding of the how audience would respond to my writing. The final version was well typed spaced and complete, ready for publication. I high recommend her. Francesca will ...
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Francesca R.
Many thanks, John! It was a privilege to be trusted with your life's work, and I really look forward to working with you on the next project.
Ivelina N.

Ivelina N.

Jul, 2025

Working with Francesca was a very positive experience. Her edits and suggestions significantly improved my manuscript, making it much more polished and easier to read. She was thorough and professional, promptly responding to my questions.
Francesca R.
Many thanks, Ivelina - I really appreciate your kind words, and wish you the best for your project!
James B.

James B.

Mar, 2025

Francesca's mind is as sharp as a Samurai sword. She edited with great care and wisdom. She adeptly, and gently caught my omissions, errors, and typos. Her polishing can take your good work and vault it to superb. She is worth every penny and then some.
Francesca R.
I really appreciate your kind words, James! It was an absolute pleasure to work with you (and I hope to do so again!).

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