Colin Cooper | Grand Apostrophe
Professional MemberLocation | West Yorkshire, UK |
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Website | http://grandapostrophe.com |
With a background in international journalism and marketing, I help authors, publishers and third sector organisations to develop and finesse all kinds of factual writing. I specialise in copyediting and proofreading academic trade titles as well as textbooks and reports for NGOs and UN agencies.
Established in 2016, I started Grand Apostrophe to help writers from all backgrounds to publish with pride. I often work with first-time authors, non-native English speakers and people with learning difficulties like dyslexia.
I have a particular interest in the fields of current affairs, heritage, international development, music and social sciences.
Services
Developmental editing
Any long writing project needs a roadmap, but sometimes you only realise this once you’re on the journey! Developmental editing can help you to structure (or restructure) your work to make it clearer and more accessible for your target readership.
Copy-editing
Copyediting (or line editing) ensures audiences won’t be distracted by errors and inconsistencies – building trust and confidence in the things you have to say. Good copyediting shouldn’t alter your tone, while careful querying ensures your meaning is neither distorted nor diluted.
Proofreading
Proofreading is the last line of defence between your project and its publication. Conducted after the text has gone into design, proofreading guards against any pesky last-minute errors and catches all the technical elements that only come into play after the text makes it onto the pages.
Testimonials
Colin helped me to improve and edit the manuscript for my first book. As a non-native English speaker I appreciated his help making my writing clear and precise.
Ulf Laessing, author
Diligent, thorough, thoughtful and good humoured. An absolute pleasure to work with and one of our best critical friends.
Nick Southall, university marketer
I needed a professional eye to look over my manuscript before submitting to a literary agent. Colin offered constructive, creative input and was timely throughout the process.
James Bloomfield, author
Colin applied his skills to an research paper, which resulted in publication. He was recommended to me by another academic because his work adds significant value.
Michelle Barrow, academic and healthcare professional
Colin proofread several high-profile confidential documents and was consistently accurate with his work. His expertise meant we produced first class, sector-wide legislation which we could be very proud of.
Tanya Tribbell, higher education professional