Harriet Power – Editor

HOW I CAN HELP YOU

I specialise in editing problem-solving nonfiction books such as professional development books, business and self-help books, and "how to" guides.

I'll use my considerable in-house and freelance experience to help make sure your message is as accessible, engaging and persuasive as possible.

A FEW TESTIMONIALS

"I have worked with several editors over my last few books, but you have by far been the most helpful and exhaustive."

– Gary Keogh, author of A Pedagogy of Purpose

“Harriet is an outstanding editor. She is always encouraging, has a fantastic eye for detail, collaborates creatively and diplomatically, and is clearly determined to oversee and produce quality writing.”

– Conor Doherty, co-author of The Teacher’s Guide to World Music

"Harriet is a remarkable editor and a rare find in the creative industries. She gently picked my book apart with smart and helpful questions that have elevated every aspect of this project. The value of bringing Harriet into the process has been enormous!"

– Natalie Dent, author of Enriched Marketing

“Harriet provides a professional, first-class service with an expert eye for detail and builds an excellent working relationship with authors.”

– Jonathan Barnes, Editorial Director, John Catt

THE EDITOR'S CREED

Here are the core principles that guide my work.

*Respect the author* Anyone who’s put the effort, time and courage into writing a book should be respected. What they’ve written should also be respected and treated with care. It’s my job to be critical, but I’ll try to critique in a way that empowers and encourages you to write the best book you can.

*Remember the reader* Let’s assume you want your nonfiction book to be read by more than your immediate family, closest friends and nosy neighbour. Connecting with a wider audience means prioritising your readers, and I’ll keep them firmly in mind as I edit. I’ll help you to make sure your book solves your readers’ problems in a clear, engaging and persuasive way.

*Knowledge is important* I’m motivated by the belief that knowledge makes the world a better place and should be accessible to as many people as possible. I love helping experts get their ideas and knowledge across to a wider audience.

WHY WORK WITH ME?

I've got over 15 years' experience of editing and shaping manuscripts. This includes 8 years working in-house for large educational publishers. My in-house experience really honed my ability to help authors express tricky concepts in as simple and engaging a way as possible.

I’ve undertaken relevant training from respected editorial associations. Ongoing professional development is important to me; recent courses I've taken are listed in the Certifications section below.

I’m a writer too. I know what it's like to be on the receiving end of an editor's red pen, and I try to bear this in mind by providing supportive, sensitive feedback (which is nonetheless still honest and critical!). I'm lucky to have a flair for words and I can use this ability to help your writing shine.