Jane Smith (Editor)
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​As an author myself, I understand what a writer needs from an editor. You’ve worked hard on your manuscript. I understand that this is YOUR work, written in your unique style and reflecting your own experience and personality. ​It’s hard to submit your work to the scrutiny of another person. But I also understand that you want your manuscript to be accurate and engaging. You want the reassurance of knowing that you've done the best you can to polish your creation. That’s where my professional qualifications and experience as both an editor and an author come in. Whether you’re a first-time writer seeking to self-publish, an experienced published author, or anything in between, I will help you create a work you can be proud of.


I will:
  • treat your work sensitively and respectfully
  • allow your writing to retain your unique ‘voice’
  • communicate closely to ensure we’re working towards a common goal – whether that goal is submission to a traditional publisher, self-publishing, or distribution to your family and friends
  • pick up errors in spelling, punctuation and grammar, identify plot holes and inconsistencies, and make suggestions to ensure your work is the best it can possibly be.

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Contact
WRITING WORKSHOPS coming up!
​I am presenting two practical workshops for authors
at The Lighthouse Toowoomba (126 Margaret St, Toowoomba) on 4 & 5 March 2023. 
'Digging up the Past': Historical research and writing

Sat 4 March 10am - 1pm
  • Learn about sources to use in your research and how to turn them into writing
  • Suitable for authors of fiction and non-fiction
  • Practical components to help you with your own projects
BOOK HERE
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'Editing for Writers'

Sun 5 March 10am - 12 noon
  • Discover the different types of editing and which might be the best for you
  • Learn how to get the best value from your editor and the technical skills to help you
  • Learn how to avoid common errors
BOOK HERE
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Testimonials

Jane is not only one of our talented and respected authors, she is a versatile and professional editor who is delightful to work with.  Jane's editing and writing is insightful, thorough and  she has an excellent grasp of the English language. I would highly recommend her for writing and editing projects, and especially for people who want to shape and polish their work and take it to the next level."
 Diane Evans, Publishing Manager, Big Sky Publishing

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"Jane has a keen eye for detail and I was astonished at the subtle inconsistencies and ambiguities she identified within my manuscript - a novel I have worked on for five years and thought I knew back-to-front. Jane is a kind, honest and helpful editor, providing clever solutions and succinct explanations for her suggested revisions. Jane's skilled hand transformed my story into a better book and me into a better writer. "  
Tara East, BA, GCEP, MProfPrac(CreativeWriting), Author of Every Time He Dies

"Jane has worked with two of my manuscripts and both have transformed into a better version that I could not have achieved without her. Jane has an absolutely amazing talent for not only editing manuscripts, but also turning them into a more brilliant piece of work that any author would be proud of. I have no hesitation in recommending Jane to either experienced authors or those who are just starting out."
Nicky Mee, Picture book author 

Some books I've edited

Services 

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Manuscript assessment
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Structural editing
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Copy editing
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Proofreading

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