Gina Rathbone | Outdoor Pursuits, Travel & Memoir Editor and Proofreader
Based in the Lake District, Cumbria, and working with clients across the UK and worldwide.
- [email protected]
- Website
- https://www.ginarathbone.com/
- Organisation
- Gina Rathbone Editorial
- Job title
- Editor and proofreader
- Membership Grade
- Professional Member
About Gina
Outdoor literature, biography/memoir and contemporary fiction editing and proofreading
With my diligent proofreading and copyediting, you’ll feel confident sharing your words publicly.
My broad experience includes working on award-winning titles, helping first-time authors to self-publish and transforming corporate reports into customer-friendly publications.
And with two decades of experience as a senior communications expert in government, producing work that meets high standards is second nature.
Whether you're an independent author looking to self-publish or a business that needs support with corporate or marketing materials, I'm here to help.
My editorial input will make sure your readers focus on the things you want them to.
Fiction • non-fiction • government documents • annual reports • website copy • blogs • newsletters • magazines • medico-legal reports
Subjects & genres
Outdoor pursuits walking, hiking, mountaineering, climbing, cycling, adventure, exploration, survival, travel, watersports | Biography/autobiography/memoirs family, childhood, travel, historical, political, experience | Public sector civil service, public relations, communications | Education inspection, schools, policy | English literature humour, modern, poetry
Recent clients
• Bradt Travel Guides • Parthian Books • Troubador Publishing • Whitefox Publishing • Summersdale Publishers • Wild Things Publishing • Mountain Rescue England & Wales • Wild Books • Expert Orthotists • Newport City Housing
Qualifications
2:1 BA English Literature, Cardiff University
What my clients say
You have been incredible to work with. Without a doubt, I could not have done this without your expert guidance – you have guided me through the whole process so well. You constantly kept me updated, encouraged me, and made it very easy for me to amend what I had written with your suggestions. I wrote the words but you turned it into a book. Thank you.
Stephen Chenery, author
I have no hesitation in recommending Gina. She recently proofread my book, Could this be Measles? A First General Practice Casebook. Gina was able to give me an accurate idea of what the proofread would involve, when she could carry out the work and how long it would take. Everything was completed on schedule, the recommended changes were clearly indicated, and there were useful additional explanations when relevant. Gina answered all my queries promptly and in sufficient detail. The cost of the proofread was based on the word count and a sample chapter. It seemed reasonable. I was very happy with Gina’s work. I intend to use her as my main editor in future.
Desmond Dennis, author
Gina has put a professional gloss on my amateur writing while showing endless patience with my delays and lack of computer skills. I am delighted with the result.
Pat James, author
I am so thankful that I found Gina to proofread my manuscript! I'll be honest, I'm a bit of a snob when it comes to getting all the grammar correct and resolving any inconsistencies in my manuscripts. That's because I know that an excellent proofreader can give a book a truly professional polish and make a real difference in the finished product. Gina is meticulous in her work, has an incredible eye for detail, and exceeded my expectations. I especially appreciated that she met with me before starting the job to understand exactly what I was hoping to achieve with this proofread. Thanks a million, Gina!
Shana B, author
Gina is a truly sensational editor. While editing a 135,000 word text of mine, she was always available to answer all of my questions promptly. Her work was totally thorough and complete. Her changes and suggestions were presented in a way that was very easy for me to follow, and she finished the job long before I expected, all at a very fair price, which also included a one-hour Zoom conference to make sure I understood everything she was doing. As a result of our fairly extensive dialogue, I came to trust Gina's professional method and judgment 100%. It was a genuine pleasure to work with Gina and I look forward to doing so again.
William P, author
It was a pleasure to work with Gina on copy editing of my first novel, The Foreigners. Gina took the time needed, regularly communicating and providing timely feedback. I highly recommend Gina.
Neway A, author
Gina has brought a clear, detailed and professional approach to all the projects she has assessed and proofed for us. We look forward to working with her on new work.
Dr Richard Davies, Parthian Books
As a new author I realised there’s so much more to presenting a manuscript professionally for final book design. This is where Gina really helped and delivered. She prepared my manuscript meticulously and also highlighted a few areas for clarification. It was the final, and very reassuring stage in the process for me. I can recommend Gina's approach – a telephone conversation to understand the requirements followed up by a clear timetable.
D. Wild, author
Gina has worked with my business continuously for over two years; undertaking report-editing tasks that often require a quick turnaround yet high degree of accuracy. She is highly efficient, reliable and a real self-starter on projects. I cannot recommend Gina highly enough – I would not be without her services and she is a big asset to the business.
Scott Frame, Director of Expert Orthotists Ltd
Gina always delivers a very prompt, efficient and professional service. She can be relied upon for her attention to detail and experienced editorial flair. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending Gina to anyone looking for a trusted expert to provide editing and proofreading work on their corporate projects.
Rachel Moss, Head of Communications, Newport City Homes
Gina has been working with us on a voluntary basis for three years now, proofreading our quarterly 'Mountain Rescue’ magazine. Her professional and efficient approach, and her attention to detail took us to a new level which she has continued to maintain. She is always quick to respond, and work with me to turn things round within our admittedly tight deadlines. As a very small design and production team of one, I have always espoused high production values and, thanks to Gina’s input, I am extra confident that we are producing a top-class publication that can stand proudly within the outdoor sports and emergency services sector.
Judy Whiteside, Editor & Publicity Officer, Mountain Rescue magazine
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