Ten years after first commissioning Louise to act as my copy editor and proofreader, we have successfully collaborated on fifteen published titles. Her attention to detail and professional insight has undoubtedly contributed to my improvement as a writer. I have no reservation whatsoever in recommending her services.
Craig Briggs, author of The Journey series and Pandora's Box
I wanted to say a huge thank you. You are incredibly thorough and all your changes and suggestions make so much sense and have hugely improved my manuscript. Having read it through a zillion times before I sent it to you, I confess I wondered how much you would find that needed work – and now I know! I couldn't be more pleased and more committed to the importance of having an MS copy-edited by a professional. You are also the perfect person to work with – patient, helpful, good at communicating and do things when you say you will.
Mary-Jane Houlton, author of the In Search of a Simple Life series of memoirs and other books
It has been a pleasure – and very worthwhile – having you on board!! I would never have had the time, patience or vision to see what you saw! It will be a better book because of it.
Della Judd, author of Get the Job You Really Want in a Post-Pandemic World
It was a pleasure to have Louise copyedit/proof the manuscript for my memoir Badgeland. It was reassuring to work with someone so helpful, flexible and communicative. Louise has an incredible eye for detail and I was surprised at the depth of the accuracy checking she undertook including dates, names, events and even song titles. I look forward to working with her again on my next book.
Steve Rayson, author of Badgeland and Collapse of the Conservatives, https://www.steverayson.com/
As a first-time author, I was both excited and a little daunted by the editing process — but working with Louise was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. After receiving a top-line edit, I turned to Louise for a full edit of my manuscript, and I’m so glad I did. She took the time to truly understand my project, listening attentively and respectfully to my goals and vision for the book.
Louise communicated clearly and consistently throughout the process, explaining every proposed change with care and precision. Her attention to detail is truly exceptional. She went through the manuscript with a fine-tooth comb, offering insightful questions and thoughtful suggestions that strengthened the clarity, flow, and impact of the writing. I felt guided and supported at every stage.
Louise’s professionalism, editorial skill, and genuine commitment to helping authors bring out the best in their work are second to none. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to any writer looking for a skilled and compassionate editor — and I wouldn’t hesitate to work with her again in the future.
Jenny Turpin, author of Your Guide to Being Human (soon to be published)
Louise has been my proofreader for over five years now, and I honestly feel so lucky to have found her. I genuinely could not do my job without her.
As a dyslexia assessor, I write long, detailed reports, and as someone who is dyslexic myself, grammar and punctuation can be a real challenge. Louise has always been incredibly sensitive to this. She seems to instinctively understand what I’m trying to say, gently second-guesses my meaning, and makes thoughtful, accurate changes without ever losing my voice.
She ensures my work is always to a high standard, while making the whole process feel supportive rather than stressful. Louise is an integral part of my business (even though she’s a contractor!) and she is absolutely fantastic at what she does.
Jo Rees, Dyslexic life with Jo Rees