Overview
I'm an enthusiastic, agile, unflappable and meticulous freelance book editor /proofreader with 18 years of experience in children's and adult's non fiction and educational publishing. I'm a clear communicator and enjoy collaborating.
As a freelancer, I have proofread, edited and Americanized lots of children's non-fiction and educational titles, as well as ELT (English Language Teaching) projects for adults.
Most of my in-house experience has been on licensed reference titles (working closely with LEGO, Lucasfilm, Disney, Marvel).
I love to get stuck into a new project and make texts the best that they can be!
Services
Non-Fiction
Architecture
Children’s Non-Fiction
Comics Non-Fiction
Education & Reference
ELT
Languages
English (UK)
Work experience
Self-employed
Feb, 2021 —
Present
Freelance editorial work for book publishers including Penguin, DK, Ladybird, Welbeck, Miles Kelly.
Jobs have been very varied and have included:
editing spreads
creating sales spreads
proofreading
Americanizing
checking phonics key words in EYFS reading scheme
creating audio scripts for audio books
checking audio books
checking text for inclusion and sensitivity
answer checking for educational resources and activity books.
DK
Jan, 2009 —
May, 2019
(over 10 years)
I project managed non-fiction reference books for DK's Licensing division, working with brands including LEGO, Lucasfilm, Disney, Marvel, BBC and Warner Bros. The books ranged from early readers to reference books for adults and children.
Hodder Education
May, 2003 —
Dec, 2008
(over 5 years)
Editorial project management for Hodder Education's Humanities school text books. I managed teams of authors, commissioned editors and proofreaders, briefed designers and illustrators, and briefed cover designs.
Portfolio
Developmental Editing
Developmental Editing
Meet the ponies and their friends!Children will love discovering more about the land of Equestria in this early years reference book. Large pictures, fun fold-out pages with extra-large images... read more
Developmental Editing
Venture deep into the dark side and discover the world of the evil Sith. Find out more about incredible Sith powers and ruthless plots to take over the galaxy with this all-new DK Adventures: ... read more
Developmental Editing
Featuring the most exciting duels and epic battles that have ever been fought in the Star Wars galaxy, DK Adventures: Star Wars: Jedi Battles will show you lightsaber techniques, deadly weapon... read more
Developmental Editing
Thirty years of minifigures are represented in this one-of-a kind sticker collection for LEGO(r) fans young and old alike! With more than 600 reusable stickers, kids of all ages can bring all ... read more
Developmental Editing
Copy Editing
Celebrate the entire world of LEGO® DC Super Heroes with this comprehensive visual guide to all the minifigures, vehicles and sets, including the LEGO Batman Movie sets.Zoom into the world of ... read more
Developmental Editing
Together with LEGO(r) DUPLO(r) hugely popular building-bricks brand for preschoolers-DK brings stories, coloring, stickers, and building fun to the youngest of readers. In Let's Build! cranes,... read more
Copy Editing
Do you have a reluctant reader at home? It might be time to call in "The Avengers". Designed to engage even the most reluctant reader, "Marvel Avengers Avengers Assemble" is a thrill packed ri... read more
Copy Editing
In DK LEGO® readers, lively illustrations and engaging age-appropriate stories create a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skil... read more
Copy Editing
Immerse yourself in the magical world of Disney and explore stunning animations, incredible live-action movies, and the magical parks and attractions of Disney with this fully-illustrated guid... read more
Developmental Editing
Created in close collaboration with The LEGO Group and Adam Reed Tucker, LEGO® Architecture visionary, LEGO Architecture: The Visual Guide takes a deep look at the artists, builders, and inspi... read more
Developmental Editing
