Susannah Worth

Susannah Worth – Editor

Skilled and creative editor with 15+ years' in non-fiction publishing, specialising in arts, culture, heritage, design and architecture.

Overview

As an editor for over 15 years, I've worked with major arts and cultural organisations, as well as independent writers and artists. I also love working on transformational non-fiction, creative non-fiction, self-help and personal development.

I'm available to help with manuscript assessment, developmental editing, copy-editing and proofreading – and always happy to chat through which is best for you, your manuscript and your budget before you commit.

I bring a creative, intelligent and sensitive approach to my editing, combining my education in art history and critical writing with my own experience as a published author.

· Member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (UK)

· Fast, precise, efficient, reliable, flexible and attentive

· Always take care to explain my edits and update you at every stage

· Highly skilled at refining a text without changing the author’s tone of voice or imposing my own

· Extensive experience with illustrated books and exhibition catalogues

· Specialise in finessing translations and texts written in the author’s second language

· Can advise on picture research, copyright, indexing, inclusive language and more

If you choose to work with me, you'll be in good company! My clients include: Bergen Assembly, Christie’s Magazine, Documenta, Dulwich Picture Gallery, The Freud Museum, Hayward Gallery, Ibraaz, Kunstverein Göttingen, Lund Humphries, Malmö Konsthall, MIT Press, Museo Mario Testino, Muzeum Sztuki in Łodz, Overgaden in Copenhagen, RIBA, Ridinghouse, Royal College of Art, Saatchi Gallery, Tate, Thomas Dane Gallery, UKS in Oslo, Whitechapel Gallery and ZKM Karlsruhe

Services
Non-Fiction
Antiques & Collectibles Architecture Art Design Fashion & Textiles
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • MA Hons History of Art (Edinburgh University)
  • MA Critical Writing in Art & Design (Royal College of Art)

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2010 — Present
Clients include: Bergen Assembly, Christie’s Magazine, Documenta, Dulwich Picture Gallery, The Freud Museum, Hayward Gallery, Ibraaz, Kunstverein Göttingen, Lund Humphries, Malmö Konsthall, MIT Press, Museo Mario Testino, Muzeum Sztuki in Łodz, Overgaden in Copenhagen, RIBA, Ridinghouse, Royal College of Art, Saatchi Gallery, Tate, Thomas Dane Gallery, UKS in Oslo, Whitechapel Gallery and ZKM Karlsruhe

Tate

Nov, 2015 — May, 2023 (over 7 years)

Royal College of Art

Oct, 2013 — Nov, 2015 (about 2 years)

Christie’s Magazine

Jul, 2007 — Jan, 2010 (over 2 years)

Kirsten Liese, Berlin-based journalist

Mar, 2007 — Jun, 2007 (3 months)

Portfolio

Made with Reedsy
Treasure Found: An Art Journey

James, Cinthia Regina

Cinthia James

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Dora Carrington: Beyond Bloomsbury

Bankes, Ariane

Pallant House Gallery

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Proofreading
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Indexing
Copy Editing Proofreading
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Proofreading
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Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading

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Nicole K.

Nicole K.

May, 2025

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Susannah has been wonderful to work with. Her insight into my book, her suggestions were spot on for the overall tone and warmth I hope to deliver. I plan to work with Susannah again, in the future and would encourage anyone looking for positive suggestions and feedback to look no further.
Cinthia J.

Cinthia J.

Feb, 2023

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I had a wonderful time working with Susannah. She was able to edit my work in such away that it still sounded like me. As I am a first time author I am truly grateful to have had such a professional experience. I can only recommend Susannah further and in the future would like to collaborate with...
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Laura S.

Laura S.

Jan, 2023

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This is the second project I've hired Susannah for, and it won't be the last. She is gentle, respectful, and clear with her feedback and exceptionally skilled with both big-picture ideas and perceptions and the minute details. Susannah starts off by providing a clear proposal and includes a tim...
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Sheng-Hung L.

Sheng-Hung L.

Sep, 2025

Susannah is an exceptional editor and design researcher whose passion and professionalism guided me through editing and proofreading my first academic book.
Annemarie W.

Annemarie W.

Aug, 2025

Susannah was excellent—highly organized, attentive to detail, improved clarity. She caught many errors, delivered on time, and exceeded expectations. I highly recommend her and look forward to working with her again.

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