Rachael Prest

Rachael Prest – Editor

Eagle-eyed editor of non-fiction art/craft books and academic texts (humanities). Loves working with non-native English speakers. Word nerd.

Overview

I'm copyeditor and proofreader specialising in art, craft and design non-fiction books. I also specialise in pattern writing and layout, whether that be for knitting and crochet, cross-stitching or weaving.


I'm a passionate knitter and crocheter, which feeds into the technical side of my work. I also design knitwear, and so have experience of being edited, which I feel is very valuable when it comes to giving sensitive, clear and constructive feedback.


I particularly enjoy working with authors whose first language is not English. I speak French and Malay, and have worked for several years very closely with an English to French translator. Authors I've worked with include Portugese, Arabic, Dutch, French, Swedish, and Greek speakers.


I also really enjoy academic editing, and have a particular love of whipping references and bibliographies into shape.


I look forward to working with you soon!


Services
Non-Fiction
Design DIY & Crafts Fashion & Textiles Philosophy Sociology
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • CIEP Proofreading 2: Headway
  • Publishing Training Centre Essential Proofreading
  • CIEP Copyediting 1: Introduction
  • CIEP Copyediting 3: Progress
  • CIEP Copyediting 2: Headway

Work experience

Self-employed

Sep, 2018 — Present

I work with both academic and general non-fiction authors, and specialise in working with non-native English speakers. The scope of my work covers from textile and fashion history, modern textiles and crafts, and social sciences. Services include line editing, copyediting and proofreading.

Our Media

Mar, 2021 — Mar, 2024 (almost 3 years)

Technical editing of knitting patterns for two international magazines: The Knitter and Simply Knitting.

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