Proof Reading & Editing
Why use a proof reader?
When you reach the end of your thesis you might think you are nearing the end but the job is far from over. When you are at the stage of continually reworking, changing and editing your writing it can often feel like you can do nothing right; every change seems to bring more changes and that elusive final draft seems so near yet so far. It is at this stage that you might consider a professional proof reader or editor. Although it is a difficult step for some, a professional editor is simply there to advise you on how to make your final draft slicker and more flowing; they are not in any way undermining your writing or research ability. When you are so involved with your research and written material, you are less likely to see typos, spelling errors, or confusing parts in your work and an editor is trained to read your thesis with a critical eye to eliminate those errors. With a g... read more
Choosing a proof reader
Once you have made that decision to take on a professional proof reader, it’s often hard to know where to start. You obviously want the very best service provider you can find to take on responsibility for your work and to do justice to your hard graft. With so many choices, particularly with the sheer amount of proofreaders on the internet, often, one of the best places to begin is in your own institution. Ask your colleagues, lecturers and tutors if they know of any editors or have used a particular local service in the past. This way you get a personal guarantee that you will be using a good service. Your colleagues may also know of good subject specific editors that will be able to really understand the content and context of your writing. The other major area to look is, of course, the internet. Simple Google searches are good for pulling up a multitude of options to get you s... read more
Tips for successful proofreading
Effective proof reading is the goal of all writers. The reality is, however, that it is often a difficult and time consuming task, where word processers let you down and personal attachment can make you miss the simplest mistakes and inaccuracies. Although there is no foolproof formula, the right technique can really help. Here we give you some tips on improving your proof reading skills so that you can come close to creating a perfectly polished piece. 1. Don’t start proofreading immediately after you have finished writing. You need to give your brain time to detach and forget the prefect document you were meant to write. Leave it a few hours or better still, days and this will mean you come at it with a fresh pair of eyes. 2. Begin by reading the document all the way through from the beginning to the end so that you have an idea of the context and layout before you look for er... read more
How to Proof Read your own Academic Essay
As a student you will be asked to write a number of academic essays or assignments throughout your study, regardless of your study level. You will for example be asked to write assignments that support your study courses at GCSE, A Level, Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels…and the same may be true if you decide to do a diploma, apprenticeship or even an adult learning course. Regardless of subject, at some point you are more than likely to be asked to produce a written piece of work. Assignments differ in length and word count. They may also need to be written in a certain format or style, and will vary in the level of content detail that needs to be applied. As a student faced with the daunting task of creating an essay, thesis or dissertation, there are so many factors to take into consideration, and then of course there is the dreaded task of referencing! It is no wonder that... read more
Top 5 proof reading errors made by students
So many marks are lost on essays and dissertations because of proof reading errors that have not been picked up and amended before the essay or dissertation is handed into tutors or teachers to be marked. For students this can be hugely disappointing, and can mean that the marks that are awarded to the essay do not necessarily reflect the quality of the paper that has been written in terms of content, argument strength and evidence cited. There are lots of proof reading companies out there that can help you ensure that your work is error free before you submit it to your tutor or to an external examiner for assessment. However you may decide that you want to have a go at proof reading your own work rather than asking someone else to do it for you. Being able to proof read your own work successfully is a good skill to have as you will no doubt find in later life that there are ... read more
Reviewing and Proofreading
Drafting and revising are a major part of the thesis writing process so here a few pointers are given on what each stage of revision should consider. read more
Proofreading Your Thesis
from Leicester University Graduate School.Tips on how to proofread in order to produce a perfect final draft. read more
Study Advice: Grammar
from University of Reading. A guide to the common grammatical problems and how to start using grammar in the correct way to enhance your writing and reduce errors. read more
Proofreading in a UK university: Proofreaders’ beliefs, practices, and experiences
by Nigel Harwood, Liz Austin, Rowena Macaulay. Results of an interview-based study looking and the behaviours and practices of proofreaders in a university setting. read more
Proofreading
from Capstone Writing. This episode focuses on proofreading by underscoring its importance to the writing process and providing tips on how to proofread and edit a paper. read more
Excellent Proofreading and Writing
Excellent Proofreading and Writing provides an affordable proofreading and copy editing service that specializes in academic and ESL thesis and manuscript correction. The service is run by Dr. Jolyon Dodgson a native English speaker with a PhD in biology from a UK institution. I also have post-doc research experience. I now live and work in Thailand, in a faculty of science in a Thai university where I proofread and copy edit all the manuscripts and theses from the departments of biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics. These are written by non-native English speakers so I am very experience at correcting this type of writing. I am is TEFL qualified and teach academic writing to university level ESL students. I have my own freelance proofreading business, Excellent Proofreading and Writing. Through which I have experience of correcting papers and theses from a wide range ... read more
Resources
Why use a proof reader?- Choosing a proof reader
- Tips for successful proofreading
- How to Proof Read your own Academic Essay
- Top 5 proof reading errors made by students
- Reviewing and Proofreading
- Proofreading Your Thesis
- Study Advice: Grammar
Proofreading in a UK university: Proofreaders’ beliefs, practices, and experiences- Proofreading
Excellent Proofreading and Writing
Proof Reading & Editing services
Words Worth Reading Ltd is a proofreading and editorial company that offers a variety of affordable services to support students in delivering well written essays, coursework, dissertations and theses. Our editorial services are extremely popular and that is probably because we offer an incredibly competitive, comprehensive service, delivered within a tight timescale and at a fantastic price. So, what do we do? <ul class="show_list"> <li><b><u>We do our research</u></b> - investigating the mindset of your lecturers to ensure your essay is in keeping with their requirements</li> <li><b><u>We check the language</u></b> - ensuring every sentence is as beautifully written as possible. We make sure the grammar, punctuation and spelling is perfect. We check for typos. We check for inaccurate changes in tenses. We ensure quotations are used appropriately</li> <li><b><u>We understand the question</u></b> - and then we make sure that you are answering it! We restructure paragraphs to ensure the question is being answered; we make sure your knowledge works for you! With dissertations, we even start by ensuring you're using the correct methodology for your title</li> <li><b><u>We make sure guidance is followed</u></b> - checking references and making sure the referencing is consistent</li> <li><b><u>We provide you with ongoing support</u></b> - we will give you an overview report, letting you know what the good bits and the not so good bits were in your original submission, posing questions to help you improve your essay writing skills. We make our changes on your essay (with track changes) so it's ready for you to hand in immediately. We offer ongoing email support, so if you have any questions, queries or need further advice, you just have to shout</li> <li><b><u>We provide a free sample editorial of 500 words</u></b> - on request if required</li> </ul> All of this can be delivered within a very tight timescale, with smaller submissions offering the option to be turned around within 12 hours. For more information please visit our website http://www.wordsworthreading.co.uk/essay-editing.php Alternatively you can email us at enquiries@wordsworthreading.co.uk or call us on 01245 707580
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I am a genuine proofreader, trained professionally for the job, and now a member of the respectable Society for Editors and Proofreaders, London, and included in its professional directory. My permanent aim is to help writers tidy up their page, clear out every error from the written word: theses, dissertations, essays, even novels, and make sure every document is readable. The job is done for any type of writer, and also for businesses. English has always been the language I loved. Perhaps you’re not sure about English, and this language is not your native tongue? I am dealing with many students from all over the world to help them present text that is impressive, cleaning up inconsistent text and spotting any inaccuracy that wasn't noticed before. A qualified check is done, and always at a very fair price. I always aim to give a personal treatment, and will be in touch if necessary. If a writer wants to find a better way to phrase his sentence, I will help him find the words he needs. All customers receive the personal attention they need to ensure that the results they obtain are exactly what they wanted. All you have to do is send me your piece online, let me know of any special worries you may have, and the service will be handled very quickly, with an accurate result. Contact details: eswproofreading@btinternet.com Phone: 0114 262 0563 Mobile: 07813 847975
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Accurate and affordable proofreading and copy-editing services for students. Ultimate Proof is highly experienced in proofreading and copy-editing dissertations, theses and essays for students, covering any subject area. <b>Look no further!</b> We have a select network of qualified proofreaders who have extensive experience of working on student material. We understand the deadline pressures you are under, and we will normally have a proofreader working on your text within 24 hours of your order. <b>Student discounts – same-day quotations</b> All student work receives an automatic discount of 10% off our standard rate. Simply email your word count, ideally with a sample of your text, to receive a same-day quotation. <b>Flexible and fast</b> We work flexibly and rapidly, and find that we are referred by our clients on many occasions. We also specialise in proofreading and editing text for students whose first language is not English (ESL). <b>No comma is left unturned</b> Our student service includes proofreading and copy-editing dissertations and essays into a presentable format that is consistent with university guidelines, ensuring that the grammar, spelling and use of punctuation are all perfect and as originally intended. <b>No job is too big, or too small</b> The length of text we have worked on varies from 1,500-word reflective summaries to 100,000-word dissertations. We understand that a great deal of time and effort has gone into any essay and we are committed to providing a professional, speedy and affordable service. <b>Latest feedback</b> <i>Dear Kelly, I hope this finds you well. I want to thank you for the perfect job you had done on my PhD thesis. The thesis was accepted for the PhD degree. It came back with NO language or grammar errors. Many thanks.</i> <b>CONTACT</b> For a fast response please call 07790 749747 or email your word count and deadline to: kelly@ultimateproof.co.uk <b>An Associate of the Society for Editors and Proofreaders (SFEP).</b>
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Full Proof is a professional and affordable service providing proofreading for students. Nick Jones is a freelance proofreader and copy-editor specialising in helping university students throughout the UK to write more clearly. Correct use of English is essential to the credibility of any written work, and dissertations and theses benefit greatly from clear, concise content that is presented correctly. If you are a student who requires proofreading assistance, please contact Nick at Full Proof today. Be sure to check out <a href="http://www.full-proof.co.uk">www.full-proof.co.uk</a> too, and the Full Proof blog which is full of helpful tips: <a href="http://www.full-proof.co.uk/Blog">www.full-proof.co.uk/Blog</a>.
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Proof Reading/ Mandarin Chinese Translation Apple Pips Editing Services offers proof reading for students at the reasonable rate of £7 per thousand words. Ensure all your hard work is presented well without any spelling or grammatical errors. A professional reading of your work will discover any minor problems and ensure that your writing is clear and your points are easy to read. Any unclear passages will be highlighted so that you can review them to ensure that no mistakes have been made. Apple Pips is also able to offer a translation service from and to Mandarin Chinese which costs £12 per thousand words. The website www.applepipsediting.com contains further information. Or contact Ann Richards through the e-mail address of primrosecroft@hotmail.com for a friendly and professional service.
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LANGUAGE AND EDITORIAL SERVICES I have been providing a professional proofreading and copy-editing service for all types of document since 2001. All subjects are considered, but I specialize in academic and general business publishing, languages, history and theology. I have a degree in German and Norwegian and also offer translation from those languages and proofreading of translated texts. I am experienced at checking and polishing the language, style and consistency in academic dissertations and theses without changing the content, and, because my language background helps me to empathize with people writing in a language that isn’t their native one, I do a lot of work with overseas students. My hourly rates are fair and competitive, and where necessary I am happy to negotiate a fee per job. Students get a special rate which is slightly less than the commercial one. My working hours are flexible and I provide a friendly, personal service tailored to the needs of each client. E-mail: helenbirkbeck@ukgateway.net Web pages: <a href="http://www.freelance-proofreaders.co.uk/helen-birkbeck.htm">http://www.freelance-proofreaders.co.uk/helen-birkbeck.htm</a> <a href="http://www.freelancersintheuk.co.uk/helen-birkbeck-i57.html">http://www.freelancersintheuk.co.uk/helen-birkbeck-i57.html</a> <b>Some comments from clients</b> Many thanks again! My supervisor has already confirmed that he loved it! I am so happy; please send your invoices whenever you like; I am so happy to pay for your work every time; you helped me so much to receive my fellowships and a lot of success! – <i>Overseas PhD student</i> Many thanks for providing me with a high-quality service as well as a sense of security because you are always there reliably whenever I am in need – <i>Chinese postgraduate researcher</i> Once again I have to thank you so much for your quick work yesterday and today. Thanks so much; you not only helped me to build a final draft of my thesis but also calmed me down. I feel a different person this afternoon! – <i>UK PhD student</i>
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I have been a freelance proofreader and technical writer since 2003 providing a service for a range of clients. During this time I have worked on articles for peer-reviewed journals, undertaken several projects writing on a range of medical and healthcare matters as well as career guides and advertising literature. Although my background is in science I am happy to work on any subject. I have an Honours degree in biology and a Masters degree which covered a wide range of subjects relating to the deterioration of materials by animals, plants and microorganisms. I worked for the Medical Devices Agency (MDA), now part of the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), for eight years and my work included drafting guidance and advice publications on healthcare issues for the UK NHS. I am also currently working as a clerk to school governing bodies on behalf of Kent County Council. I am experienced in checking the work of people whose first language isn’t English to ensure that the language and flow are suitable. My fees for proofreading are based on a rate per 1000 words while writing / rewriting is charged per hour depending on the complexity of the project. However all fees are negotiable and no job is too small. Email: rondale@sladegreen50.fsnet.co.uk Web pages: http://www.freelance-proofreaders.co.uk/ron-dale.htm or http:// freelancersintheuk.co.uk/ronald-dale-i187.html
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I offer a range of editorial services from proofreading to complex editing/rewriting to academics and students (including those whose first language is something other than English). I am friendly, fast and economical. Will proofread to cut out repetition, spelling, grammatical or punctuational errors, to check facts and consistency and to improve English where necessary. Any job, large or small. Please contact me to discuss your requirements. Sensible rates, with discounts for students. I am a sub-editor, writer and proofreader with a wealth of varied experience on national newspapers, including 15 years at The Times, where I was on the staff as a features sub-editor. I am an English language and literature graduate from Birmingham University who can write on any subject. Also I hold a BTEC National Certificate in Business Studies. Interests: general, sport, especially football, the arts, antiques, books and TV, health, food and drink, parenting. Appeared on Stephen Fry's "English Delight" programme on BBC Radio 4 in August 2009. <b>References</b> <i>“Gavin Hadland is an excellent sub-editor and a great colleague. He is particularly good at headlines, a fast worker, and can handle excellent page designs. A pleasure to work with.”</i> - Rosalind Renshaw, The Times <i>“I've worked with Gavin many times. He's always 100% reliable, trustworthy and produces great results. Thoroughly recommended. He won't let you down”</i> - Chaz Brooks, Surrey Chamber of Commerce <i>"A sub-editor and writer of exceptional talent ... great company" </i>- Matthew Lake, production editor, trade press <i>"A conscientious and hard-working sub-editor, whose judgement I relied upon and attention to detail I valued. As well as being professional and a consummate 'sub', he was always cheerful and a pleasure to work with" </i>- Julie Daniels, The Times <i>“Gavin is a trusted professional, I have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone seeking expert help in communications”</i> - Stephen Eccles, solicitor <i>“Gavin is a conscientious worker who was good at communicating and negotiating with people when I worked with him on the letters desk. He was a pleasant and humorous person who was fun to work with.” </i>- Sue Coe, The Times <b>E-mail:</b> ghadland1@gmail.com <b>Location:</b> London, UK <b>Telephone:</b> 07973 962733 <a href = http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=29508580&trk=tab_pro>http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=29508580&trk=tab_pro</a> <a href = http://www.journalism.co.uk/freelancers/1918>http://www.journalism.co.uk/freelancers/1918</a>
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Proofed Beyond Doubt offers a professional, friendly and affordable proofreading service for students, including those for whom English is a second language. Run by Gordon R Hooper, a fully trained professional proofreader and a member of the Society for Editors and Proofreaders (SfEP), we cover all fields of academic study except Maths and Science. Our specialist subjects include finance, business and management, with Gordon having spent over 30 years working in managerial positions in the UK financial services sector. (He is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers (ACIB), an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Management (ACIM) and holds a Diploma in Management Studies.) First impressions and the overall quality of your work are extremely important, no matter what document you are producing. However, when it is a thesis that you have spent many months working on, and when every mark counts, it is vital that your hard work isn’t undermined by spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors. You therefore need to be sure that your document presents your thoughts and ideas in a professional manner, i.e. attractive, well-formatted and absolutely error-free using correctly spelt and grammatically correct English. Anything less will give examiners a poor impression of you and your work, and could result in the loss of valuable marks. Remember, around 10% of your marks depend on the standard of English used. <b>Student discounts</b> We offer specially discounted rates for students. <b>Some comments from satisfied clients</b> ‘Thanks so much again for all your help with my thesis Gordon. Your suggestions and revisions look absolutely brilliant. I am really delighted with your input and really appreciate the extra effort I know you gave my thesis, which, you will be glad to hear has now been submitted.’ - UK PhD student ‘I would like to express my gratitude for your dedication, motivation, commitment and constructive feedback, that followed every step of the project. I believe you are a very competent professional and a highly skilled proofreader. My dissertation will soon be submitted and I will advise my colleagues of your services. Hopefully, they will not be on such tight deadlines as I was!’ - Overseas BSc student <b>For more information please visit our website: </b>
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