Freelance copyediting and proofreading for trade publishers

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I provide professional copyediting and proofreading services for publishers requiring reliable freelance assistance.

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As a Professional Member of the CIEP, I work with editorial and production teams to prepare manuscripts for publication, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to house style while respecting author voice.

 

Whether you need support for a single title or additional capacity during busy production periods, I offer a flexible and dependable freelance service.

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Why Publishers Work With Me

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• Professional Member of the CIEP

• Experienced in both UK and US English

• Familiarity with New Hart's Rules and the Chicago Manual of Style

• Skilled in applying house styles

• Skilled in creating comprehensive style sheets

• Strong attention to consistency and detail

• Comfortable working within established editorial workflows

• Reliable communication and deadline management

• Flexible capacity for overflow projects and regular freelance assignments

 

Genres I've worked on:

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• YA

• Romance

• Erotica

• Speculative

• Cli-fi

• Crime and thriller

• Fantasy

• Memoir

 

Services include:

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• Copyediting

• Proofreading

• Proof-editing

• Style-sheet creation

• Manuscript assessments

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Editorial Workflow

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I work with:

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• Microsoft Word (Track Changes)

• Adobe Acrobat

• PDF proofreading workflows

• Style-sheet development and maintenance

• Publisher-specific editorial guidelines​​​

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Looking for freelance editorial support?

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Whether you need an experienced copyeditor for a single manuscript or ongoing support for your editorial programme, I'd be happy to discuss your requirements.

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Email: louise@holtbyedit.com

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Response time: Typically within one business day.