Proofreading and copy-editing for self-published authors

If you are publishing your own book, you should have your manuscript professionally copy-edited and/or proofread.

What I can do for you

I can ensure that the text:

• Is free of errors
• Is pitched at the correct level for the intended reader
• Follows an agreed style guide in terms of layout, format, and general style
• Follows an agreed referencing style
• Contains a consistently and correctly formatted reference list or bibliography
• Is consistent throughout

If you do not have a style sheet or a referencing guide, I can help you to develop one, and then apply it consistently throughout the text

I can also give you advice on various aspects of self-publishing, in terms of:

• The format
• The design
• The content of the preliminary pages
• The index
• Obtaining an ISBN number
• Printing
• Publicity

My experience in this area

I have had considerable experience of the self-publishing process, having produced a series of three books through my own press: http://www.pocockepress.com

I have also copy-edited and proofread the books of several self-published authors.

Examples of self-published books I have copy-edited and/or proofread:

• Tom Seaver, 1916 Fingallian Rebel (2015)
• Cian Foley, Don’t Eat for Winter (2017)
• Brian Murphy, Private Life (2018)
• Senan Cooke, The Enterprising Community (2018)
• Alan O’Neill, A New Conversation with Men (2019)

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