Freelance proofreading and copyediting services for book publishers and pre-press companies. Primarily genre fiction and HSS. Editing Services for Publishers, Pre-press Companies, and Content Service Providers I provide a copyediting and proofreading service to trade publishers and pre-press companies. Genres I've edited in include crime and thriller, romance, LGBTQ+, literary, fantasy, young adult, and narrative non-fiction. I'm open to working in most genres. “Thank you SO much … You are always such a thorough editor and I’m always so impressed with your work and feedback for authors.” Victoria Richardson, Senior Editor, Cranthorpe Millner Publishers * “I appreciated the quick and easy communication and getting the work done on a tight schedule. The comments and suggestions were very useful, and the changes consistent. I appreciate the explanations for the changes.” Lina Krnic, Project Manager, Ibis grafika Services

Information about the proofreading and copyediting services provided by Holtby Editorial to its clients. Editing Services Offered I provide freelance proofreading and copyediting services. Please see below for details and here for my rates . Proofreading checks include: spelling, grammar, syntax, and punctuation typographical errors consistency (in spelling, hyphenation, numerals, fonts, and capitalization, amongst many other things) adherence to preferred style guide/house style ensuring no problematic language (e.g. unintentionally biased or disrespectful) has crept in page numbering, tables, illustrations formatting word breaks missing or repeated text captions and annotations referencing Style guides used: The Oxford Style Guide Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS) My copyediting service includes all of the proofreading checks mentioned above, and in addition (subject to your chosen package – see my Rates page ), I will: check for continuity errors check for factual inaccuracies check for inconsistency within the plot make or suggest changes to the text where appropriate. i.e. recast sentences (as tracked changes and comments respectively) highlight potential legal liability apply Word Styles or coding to the distinct elements of your manuscript in preparation for typesetting highlight any content which may be off-putting to your intended readership, i.e. content which may be perceived as stereotypical, biased, or offensive (if you wish me to) produce a style sheet, recording all your preferred styles (also helps the proofreader) produce an editorial report explaining the rationale for the different categories of changes/suggestions I make provide guidance notes on dealing with tracked changes and comments provide a final version with tracked changes showing and an amended version with all changes accepted and just the comments showing. Get my free sample edit and quote Proofreading Copyediting Independent Authors Publishers and Pre-press Businesses Students and Academics

Freelance editor providing copyediting and proofreading services to publishers, independent authors, businesses, and students. Member of the Chartered Institue of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP). About Holtby Editorial I’m Louise Holtby, a UK-based freelance editor providing a supportive, high-quality service to clients across the globe. Clients value my thoroughness and my detailed feedback, delivered clearly and kindly. I specialize in fiction and narrative non-fiction editing, with a particular interest in speculative and literary fiction. I also proof-edit theses. I invite you to take up my offer of a free, no-obligation edit of 1,000 words of your manuscript or thesis, which enables me to provide you with an accurate price quotation and an idea of how I edit. Please see my rates and services pages for more information. You can upload your sample text here . I love the variety of the work I do, the anticipation and excitement of each new project and wondering what's in store for me, and I think (hope!) this shows in my editing. I've always loved reading and am so grateful I'm able to do it for a living! If you're wondering whether to choose me as your editor, my credentials include distinctions and merits in proofreading and copyediting training, which I accomplished through the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP), an organisation which is committed to upholding and promoting high editorial standards. Be assured that as a Professional Member of the CIEP I abide by the CIEP code of Practice . I'm well-educated, having attained A levels in English, French and Spanish (you'd be surprised how frequently having a grasp of other languages comes in useful, even in a predominantly English text), before going on to earn a first-class BA Honours degree in Business and Management. My background in local government administration and project management saw me write strategic content and edit and format content across the organisation before taking up the career of full-time freelance editor, so I'm well-versed in the language of business, too. Get my free sample edit and quote Library with hanging bulbs image by 🇸🇮 Janko Ferlič on Unsplash

Rates charged by Holtby Editorial for freelance proofreading and copy editing services. Rates Prices are based on the minimum rates suggested by the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP), the UK's foremost body promoting excellence in English language editing. Proofreading services start at £11 per 1,000 words. A free sample edit allows me to calculate a fee for each project. This service is most suited to theses, dissertations and business reports as it includes proofreading and formatting and starts at £18 per 1,000 words. I offer two copyediting packages. Both include a style sheet and an editorial report plus a 'clean' copy and a copy displaying the suggested amendments. Option 1 One round of editing (comprising two passes), your amended version not checked. From £16 per 1,000 words. Optional follow-up review, limited to checking for new or missed errors and maintaining consistency following your revisions post-copyedit. Must be requested within 30 days of completion of a copyedit. Charged at £35 per hour. Option 2 Ten thousand words of your document are copyedited so that you can apply the principles to the remainder of your document. Flat fee of £350. For all of the above, you can specify your preferred style guide. I work with the Chicago Manual of Style, New Hart's Rules (The Oxford Style Guide), and/or you can provide your own house style guide. Proofreading Services Proofediting Services Line and Copyediting Service Get my free sample edit and quote Publishers and Pre-press Businesses Students and Academics Independent Authors

Professional proofreading and editing services. Let Holtby Editorial be your first port of call for friendly, efficient proofreading and copyediting services for all your literary projects, fact or fiction. Proofreading services for businesses, publishers, packagers, students and charities. Thorough editing and feedback, delivered professionally and kindly Get my free sample edit and quote Services Warwick Lister Florence, Italy, May 2024 “Louise Holtby has recently done a splendid job copyediting my memoir. I am very pleased and grateful for her scrupulousness and her eagle eye, not only for matters of grammar, punctuation and spelling, including in French, Italian and German passages, but also for many matters of style and content. She was unfailingly patient and punctual in answering my many questions, and she was a great help with the rather complicated matter of writing about music. I am certain that my memoir improved immeasurably in her hands.”

Accessibility Statement for Holtby Editorial (editing and proofreading services) Accessibility Statement This statement was last updated on 9 May 2025. I am working to make my site https://www.holtbyedit.com/ accessible to people with disabilities. What web accessibility is An accessible site allows visitors with disabilities to browse the site with the same or a similar level of ease and enjoyment as other visitors. This can be achieved with the capabilities of the system on which the site is operating, and through assistive technologies. Accessibility adjustments on this site I have adapted this site in accordance with WCAG 2.2 guidelines, and have made the site accessible to the level of AA. This site's contents have been adapted to work with assistive technologies, such as screen readers and keyboard use. As part of this effort, I have also: Used the Accessibility Wizard to find and fix potential accessibility issues Set the language of the site Set the content order of the site’s pages Defined clear heading structures on all of the site’s pages Added alternative text to images Implemented colour combinations that meet the required colour contrast Reduced the use of motion on the site Requests, issues, and suggestions If you find an accessibility issue on the site, or if you require further assistance, you are welcome to contact me at louise@holtbyedit.com .

Freelance editing services for all types of documentation generated by NGOs, charities and businesses. Make sure all your organization's documents are clear, consistent, well-punctuated and adhere to your house style. Editing Services for Businesses & Third Sector Organizations Holtby Editorial offers proofreading and copyediting services to businesses, NGOs and charities. I will ensure your organization’s documentation conforms to your house style or preferred style guide, ensure grammar, spelling, punctuation and syntax are correct, and improve clarity, suggesting ways to rephrase content for greater impact (if you'd like me to), reducing or increasing the word count as directed by you. Content which is otherwise high quality can be undermined by errors (even small inconsistencies) in punctuation, grammar, spelling, style, or formatting, which can lead readers to question an organization's credibility. It can be extremely advantageous to have an external eye cast over content which may have been compiled from a variety of different creators or sources, within or external to your organization, as well as that created from scratch by busy employees. High quality editing lends your company literature a level of refinement and ensures your message is delivered professionally. I was involved in the production and editing of documents for over 15 years in local government. I have since completed editorial training through the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP), attaining merits and a distinction. This, alongside my first-class honours degree in Business & Management, means I am well-equipped to proof-edit a variety of documentation created by businesses, NGOs and the third sector. Receive a free, no-obligation sample edit when you contact me with details of your organization's editing requirements. Get my free sample edit and quote

Contact page for enquiries to Holtby Editorial. Clients can upload a sample of their document in order to receive a free sample edit and price quotation. Contact Please use this form to tell me about your proofreading or copyediting project, including your deadline. Please include the total word count and whether the subject matter is fiction or non-fiction. I will contact you within twenty-four hours. Free Sample Edit Uploading a 1,000-word sample of text from the middle of the project (i.e. a representative sample of the whole), using the form below, will help me to expedite your no-obligation quote. I will return the proofread sample to you, free of charge, so that you can decide if we are a good fit. Address Newark, Nottinghamshire, UK Phone 07476 536655 Email louise@holtbyedit.com First Name Last Name Company name (if applicable) Email Your project details Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Send uploaded file

A list of 26 terms and conditions which Holtby Editorial and its clients agree to abide by when working together. Terms and Conditions These terms & conditions apply to any work done for the Client (you) by the Editor (Louise Holtby, trading as Holtby Editorial). The Client is under no obligation to offer the Editor work; neither is the Editor under any obligation to accept work offered by the Client. The Editor will provide service(s) as mutually agreed, confirmed in writing by the Client. The work will be carried out unsupervised at such times and places as determined by the Editor, using her own equipment. The Editor confirms that she is self-employed, is responsible for her own income tax and National Insurance contributions, and for paying VAT (where applicable) and will not claim benefits granted to the Client's employees. The Client will reimburse the Editor for agreed reasonable expenses over and above usual expenses incurred in the process of editorial work. The Client will pay the Editor a fee per hour OR per printed page OR an agreed flat fee for the job, plus VAT where applicable. The completed work will be delivered on or before the date agreed, for the agreed fee, which will be based on the description of the work required and the brief, both supplied by the Client. If, however, on receipt of the item to be worked on or at an early stage, it becomes apparent that significantly more work is required than had been anticipated in the preliminary discussion/brief, the Editor may renegotiate the fee and/or the deadline. Similarly, if, during the term of the Editor's work, additional tasks are requested by the Client, the Editor may renegotiate the fee and/or the deadline. The Editor is not responsible for fact-checking a document. The Editor is not liable for any claims brought in relation to plagiarism and/or infringements of third-party copyright and the Client fully indemnifies the Editor if litigation arises. The Client bears ultimate responsibility for matters relating to libel, obscenity, blasphemy, and incitement to racial hatred, and the Client fully indemnifies the Editor if litigation arises. If the project is lengthy, the Editor may invoice periodically for completed stages. Any content created by the Editor as part of the copyediting / proofreading / project management process will become the copyright of the Client, unless otherwise agreed. The nature and content of the work will be kept confidential and not made known to anyone other than the Client and their contractors without prior written permission. The Editor guarantees that any work that she subcontracts on behalf of the Client will be completed to the same standard, schedule and budget and with the same conditions of confidentiality. Unless agreed otherwise at the outset, 50% of the total payment due will be paid before the commencement of the project. Unless agreed otherwise at the outset, the balance of the payment due will be made within 30 days of receipt of the Editor's invoice, according to the Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998 (amended 2002 and 2013). The information that the Client and the Editor may keep on record is covered by the terms of the General Data Protection Regulation. No more such information will be held than is necessary, at any time, to comply with those terms and with any compliance statement or privacy policy published by the Client and/or the Editor. Both the Client and the Editor agree that, where consent is required to hold or process such data, such consent has been requested and obtained and both facts can be demonstrated. Either may view the other’s records to ensure that they are relevant, correct and up to date. Either the Client or the Editor has the right to terminate a contract for services if there is a serious breach of its terms. The client may choose to accept some, none, or all of the Editor’s editorial changes and/or suggestions. The Client’s decision to decline some or all editorial changes or suggestions does not constitute non-performance on the part of the Editor and does not entitle the Client to a whole or partial refund. If the Editor has made a substantial contribution to the copyediting / proofreading / project management of the work, she will be entitled to receive one free copy of the work. While a professional proofreader will always aim for the highest standards, it is important to note that any remaining errors are ultimately the responsibility of the author and/or publisher. The Editor will not be responsible for any legal or copyright issues or negative feedback received by the author/client, including libel and slander, infringement of copyright, breach of confidentiality, negligence, and liability to the public. Further, the Client is responsible for ensuring they have adequate insurance to cover loss, damage or inadvertent copyright infringement relating to permissions for the use of original artwork or transparencies. The Editor may use the Client's name in her promotional material. This agreement is subject to the laws of England and Wales, and both Editor and Client agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the English and Welsh courts.

Holtby Editorial freelance proofreading service for students. Thesis and dissertation proofreading service. Proofreading Services for Stude nts and Academics When submitting your thesis or dissertation, you want the confidence of knowing that, as well as containing high-quality content, it is error-free in terms of grammar, spelling, punctuation, consistency, and presentation. A thorough proofread can provide those things. I am a freelance proofreader and copyeditor, trained by the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading and have taken their Proofreading Theses and Dissertations course to enable me to acquire knowledge of best practice in this field of editing. My degree is in Business and Management, so I prefer to proofread in this and other arts and humanities subjects. A proofread will only be carried out within the ethics of 'editing' an examined text and any guidelines set down by your academic institution. If you would like me to proofread your thesis or dissertation, please use the form on the Contact page to upload a sample of approximately 1000 words, which I will then proofread (free of charge) in order to calculate my fee, based on the length of time taken. I will return the proofread sample to you along with my quote. Proofreading of theses and dissertations is charged at a starting price of £18 per 1,000 words. 'Louise was very helpful, supportive and responsive to my needs throughout. From the first interaction, I found Louise to be prompt and professional, so courteous and patient with my queries. Louise works fast and efficiently, maintaining excellent communication. I would highly recommend Louise’s service.' Syra Shakir, Associate Professor Learning and Teaching, Leeds Trinity University Get my free sample edit and quote

Holtby Editorial privacy policy: how site-users' data is managed. Holtby Editorial Privacy Policy Holtbyedit.com is owned and maintained by Louise Holtby trading as Holtby Editorial (a freelance proofreading and copyediting service). It is based in Newark, Nottingham, UK. This privacy policy was last updated on 13 June 2024. Information collected from clients (including name, postal address, email address and details relating to your project) is used to enable us to provide our editing services (to fulfil your order, to collect payment from you and to record your agreement to our terms and conditions) and for HMRC compliance purposes. Holtby Editorial does not sell or share information about its clients to any third parties; we would only pass on your data to a third party if required to do so by law. All personally identifiable data related to your visit(s) to this website and any financial transactions are stored securely in compliance with GDPR. We may request the use of elements of your data (name and/or organisation) to publish your testimonial on this website, for marketing purposes, but would only do so with your permission. You may request the amendment or deletion of your personal data from our records by contacting us using the contact form on this website or by emailing us at: louise@holtbyedit.com . Your information will be retained after your order is completed, for tax purposes, for ‘at least 5 years after the 31 January submission deadline of the relevant tax year’. See ‘How long to keep your records ’. This website contains links to other relevant websites. Please note that, when you use these links, those sites are not covered by this privacy policy. By using Holtby Editorial’s website (www.holtbyedit.com ) you consent to the placing of cookies on your browser by us and our third party service providers. If you do not wish to accept cookies in connection with your use of this website, you will need to delete and block or disable cookies via your browser settings. We use Stripe to take credit/debit card payments. Please see their privacy policy and terms of use . This website is hosted by Wix and uses cookies for reasons such as: To provide a great experience for visitors and customers. To monitor and analyse the platform's performance, operation and effectiveness. To ensure the platform is secure and safe to use.

Proofreading and copyediting services for independent authors. Various price points and packages available. Free 1,000 word sample edit available. Editing Services for Independent Authors Congratulations on getting your manuscript to the editing stage – my own novel (a genre-blending historical fantasy) remains a work in progress… An aspiring author myself, I provide a proofreading and copyediting service for independent authors. A copyedit should be carried out prior to typesetting. A proofread should be carried out on the typeset version of your manuscript as it's the final stage before publication. Genres I've edited in include crime and thriller, romance, LGBTQ+, literary, fantasy, young adult, and narrative non-fiction (memoir), and I'm comfortable working in most genres. I will edit a sample (of up to one thousand words) of your manuscript and return it to you, free of charge, so that you can see the quality of my work. The length of time taken to edit your sample will form the basis for my quote. You can upload your sample here . “Louise did a fab job over-all. I would be delighted to work with her on more projects in the future.” DM Searle, Author " Working with Louise has been a delightful experience. Her approach from start to finish was professional, super-helpful and insightful. For someone new to publishing, it's been critical to build a team of people I can trust and rely on, and I think Louise brings a great deal of expertise and knowledge which can only improve my writing." Zoe Helliwell, Author Services Get my free sample edit and quote Typesetting Are you looking for typesetting services as part of your publishing journey? If so, look no further. The Book Typesetters have been in business for over ten years and their clients' testimonials speak to their strengths in making your book shine.