Editing
I completed an editor training course with the Chartered Institute for Editors and Proofreaders in 2023, and I'm now an intermediate member. I provide professional editorial and proofreading services for the following types of manuscripts:
- Books (fiction and non-fiction)
- Scripts (film, TV, theatre, radio, podcasts, graphic novels)
- Academic papers (subject dependent)
- Reports
- Articles
- Blogs and web content
- Information leaflets and other marketing materials.
I offer a supportive, consistent and thorough approach to editing. I specialise in in-depth structural editing, but I have a wide skills base and can often be flexible depending on the author's schedule and budget, and how close the project is to completion. I can work together with you if required to address any issues with content, including length; or I can get the job done solo and submit a report at the end, if that works best for you. I am able to assist with meeting word limits and making necessary cuts.
For a full quote, please contact me and tell me more about your project. I'd like to know the type of manuscript, its intended audience, an approximate word count, and any relevant deadlines.
Email: shey.hargreaves@hotmail.co.uk
TESTIMONIALS
Radio and television writer (Dead Ringers, The Now Show)
"In my career as a comedy writer, I have shared multiple narrative scripts with Shey over the years, and always welcome the honest, enthusiastic, detailed feedback I receive. Shey has got a brilliant feel for character and structure in particular, and these script notes have been incredibly valuable in improving my work. Despite the varied formats these narrative scripts have taken (both TV and radio sitcom, comedy drama, short film, theatre and more), Shey is always on hand to provide carefully considered, critical responses, with a keen eye for individual errors, as well as larger tonal inconsistencies and potential structural improvements. I truly couldn't rate Shey any higher!"
Illustrator and graphic novelist (Open Day, Tundra)
"I had a long form graphic novel proposal I wanted to send to potential publishers and agents. I was happy with the story but my grammar, spelling, and general structuring have always been something I need another set of eyes on! Shey was absolutely fantastic at going through the whole thing with me in such fine detail, flagging areas that could be changed, and making the whole proposal read so much more smoothly and with the perfect balance of tone between formal and accessible. I absolutely recommend Shey for all your etymological and copy-related needs."
