Final Touch Editorial

You've written a novel or novella.

Is this you?

You've poured your heart and soul into creating characters, crafting storylines and building a world that will capture your readers' hearts.

You've had your developmental or line edit and completed your rewrites. Now, you're ready for that final touch.

Maybe you're looking for an extra set of eyes to ensure your manuscript is free from errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation, so nothing pulls your readers out of your story.

Maybe you're also seeking a more thorough check to spot inconsistencies in character names, descriptions and plot timelines.

If that sounds like you, you're in the right place.

From a careful proofread to catch any last typos to a detailed copy edit that strengthens clarity, flow and consistency, I am dedicated to giving your story the finish it deserves.

I make sure your writing is free from errors while preserving your unique voice and the heart of your story.

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To make an enquiry or to request a quote, please email me at [email protected] or fill out my Enquiry Form here.

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Whether you write sweet, small-town romance, romantic comedies or cosy romance—I'm here to help.

Proofreading is for you if the following apply:

You have finished all your drafts
Your book is complete and ready to be published
You are looking for a final check to ensure there are no spelling, grammar or punctuation errors
You are happy with your writing and just want it checked for general surface-level errors
You are not looking for rewrites or restructuring of your book

Proofreading is not for you if the following apply:

You've just finished your first draft
You need feedback on the overall structure, theme or emotional arc of your story
You're looking for an editorial assessment
Big rewrites are still needed

Copy editing is for you if the following apply:

Your book is complete
All major changes to plot, pacing and character development are complete
You want to ensure clarity, flow and readability without changing your story
You want to make sure everything is consistent throughout, such as character names, descriptions and place names

Copy editing is not for you if the following apply:

You're unsure about the plot, pacing or characters in your story
You're still revising your story, adding, deleting or rearranging scenes or chapters
You feel unsure about some areas of your story and might change them later
You expect that you will make major rewrites after this stage

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I offer a 1000-word complimentary proofread or copy edit of your manuscript.

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This sample proofread or copy edit gives you a feel for my work so you can decide if I'm the right fit for you.

To make an enquiry or to request a quote, please email me at

[email protected]

or fill out my

Enquiry Form here.

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Hey there, I'm Heather, and I love books.

Originally from Ireland, I now live in the UK. I’ve travelled a bit in my younger years and have lived in a couple of other countries, my favourite being Greece.

I've been a keen reader since I was a kid. I’ve always enjoyed curling up and getting lost in a good book. In my teenage years, I was even known to read two books at the same time.

Over the years, I’ve read different genres and authors, but I love romance fiction the most.

My love of books naturally led me to proofreading and copy editing.

I have trained with Edit Republic and completed the High-Level Proofreading and Copy Editing Pro course.

When I'm not editing or reading, you'll usually find me walking in nature, cuddling my cat or sitting in the garden with a cup of tea.

My Services

If you're an indie author or a publisher, I'd love to work with you.

I am based in the UK, and I work with the following:

✨ Personal style sheets

✨ Style guides such as the New Oxford Style Manual and The Chicago Manual of Style

✨ Microsoft Word Track Changes

✨ UK & US English

Other genres I work with are women's fiction and contemporary fiction.

Proofreading

Proofreading is done after copy editing on the final draft when you’re ready to publish.
This adds the finishing touches to your finished manuscript, checking for basic surface-level errors.
The heavy groundwork has already been completed on your manuscript before this stage.

I'll check for the following:

Spelling mistakes
Grammatical errors
Incorrect punctuation
Hyphenation
Formatting inconsistencies
Spacing errors
Incorrect use of capitalisation and italics
Incorrect font usage and word breaks
Compliance with chosen style guide

Please contact me to request a quote

Copy Editing

Copy editing is done before proofreading but after developmental and line editing.
It goes deeper than proofreading but doesn’t involve big rewrites or restructuring of your work. Rewriting only happens when necessary for clarity, not for style.
Copy editing focuses on the technical side of editing, rather than the creative. It's about correcting what's already there.

I'll check for the following:

Errors in grammar, spelling and punctuation
Technical inconsistencies, such as capitalisation, italics and font usage
Character names and descriptions are consistent throughout
Basic facts, including correct names, places, general facts and geographical details
Plot holes or inconsistent plot timelines
Correct use of hyphenation and word breaks
Confusing or awkward sentences
Word repetition and redundant phrases

I will create a style guide to help you keep track of things like special word usage, character names and descriptions, place names and locations.

Please contact me to request a quote

I'd love to hear about your book and help get it ready for readers who can't wait to fall in love with it.

Enquire Today

Tell me about your book and the service you're looking for.

Email me at
[email protected]

or fill out my
Enquiry Form here.

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