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Welcome!

Iโ€™m Cecile Shanahan,

a freelance editor and proofreader who works with publishers, established authors, and emerging writers.

I also work in educational publishing..

I am particularly drawn to books for children and young/new adults, but edit all genres of fiction and non-fiction.

More than 30 books I have edited, proofread, or provided mentoring for are currently on bookshop shelves.

Beta Reading * Manuscript Assessments

Developmental Editing * Line editing
Copyediting * Proofreading

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Why are YOU here?

Chances are if youโ€™ve come to this website youโ€™re on the look out for an editor and/or proofreader.

So welcome; youโ€™ve come to the right place.

But what sets me apart from others and why should you choose me to help you? The answer is actually quite simple.

I LOVE WHAT I DO.

Editing and proofreading isnโ€™t just work for me โ€” itโ€™s a job that I happily chose (I left behind another successful career to start my own editing business in 2015) and I still get excited, each and every day, about using my expert skills to help my clients craft their words into the very best shape.

Words have always been my โ€˜thingโ€™. Editing is my passion and it would be my pleasure to assist you with your next writing project.

More than spelling & grammar

The role of an editor and proofreader goes far beyond checking spelling and examining grammar.

I can provide an extensive array of services, which will assist in every stage of content development and project management. 

If you need help with polishing your writing and organising your projects, look no further.

I assist people to make their words work for them; from first word to final print.

Take a look at the editing and proofreading services I provide and letโ€™s chat to see how I can help you.

Pictured below are just some of the books I have played a part in editing and/or proofreading:

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