Gareth Collinson

Gareth Collinson – Editor

Experienced, enthusiastic and diligent editor, with over 20 years' experience, who delights in making any writing as good as it can be.

Overview

I'm an experienced freelance editor, who has had previous in-house experience at Scholastic Children's Books and Channel Four Learning, but who has been self-employed for over 20 years.The main editorial services I provide are:– copy-editing, to improve readability, fitness of purpose, grammar and punctuation, and to pick up on any glaring plot issues– proofreading, a last-stage check on designed text for typos, repetition and any final problemsI love the challenge of making writing as good as it can be; I derive special enjoyment from historical fiction (where I get to utilise my History degree) and YA/crossover fiction.
Services
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction Philosophy
Fiction
Historical Fiction Middle Grade Young Adult
Languages
English (UK)

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 1996 — Present
I provide copy-editing and proofreading services to publishing houses as well as directly to self-publishing authors.

Portfolio

We've all got a dream, right? Growing up in Rosario, Argentina was tough for a kid - especially a little one like Lionel Messi. But Lionel didn't want to be little - he wanted to be a LEGEND! This is the story of Lionel's discovery, his first football matches ... read more
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Alien Sheep

Diana Kimpton

Previously published as The Green Sheep. Tom has always dreamed of meeting an alien, but he never expected it would be a green sheep that duplicates itself every time it goes to sleep. With the army closing, can Tom help the woolly aliens escape from Earth bef... read more
In a Gilded Cage

Ms Susan Appleyard

What next for The RockAteers? Who is going to pick up the pieces of the most successful band on the planet? Could they really be a four piece again? A postcard from beyond the grave leads to an impossible quest. Belt up for the heart-pumping finale of The Rock... read more
Losing It is the third book in the explosive teen series The Rock 'n' Roll Diaries. This brilliant quartet of Young Adult novels has acquired thousands of online fans since its launch in 2015. USA Baby! The RockAteers are on the road again. Egg watches their p... read more

Gareth has 22 reviews

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Suulacoo E.

Suulacoo E.

Nov, 2025

Really quick and great communication. Does offer real time tracking on work but I was unable to take advantage of this due to not having ms office but definitely a plus if you do.
Saideh G.

Saideh G.

Nov, 2025

Great service from a very knowledgeable professional. Thank you.
Mark C.

Mark C.

May, 2025

I have used Gareth for help on two different novels now and each time, he has helped me and delivered above and beyond. I would not hesitate to recommend.
James G.

James G.

Dec, 2024

I asked Gareth for a copy edit of my manuscript and received a very reasonable quote. I was delighted with Gareth's work. His attention detail is amazing. Gareth responded to all my queries and was very helpful throughout the project. I will definitely use Gareth again and would highly recommend.
Milly E.

Milly E.

Nov, 2024

Gareth was fantastic and he went above and beyond, pointing out typos and making a list of words to anglicize for us! He was very helpful, and he was willing to work with schedule changes too.

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