Academic & Journal Editing

For researchers, PhD students, and international authors preparing work for publication

Strong research deserves strong writing, but academic clarity isn’t always easy to achieve. Whether English is your first or fifth language, it’s normal to need support fine-tuning tone, structure, and flow. That’s where I come in.

I specialise in editing academic texts for clarity, coherence, and publication readiness, especially for non-native English-speaking researchers and postgraduate students. My focus is not on surface-level polish, but on helping your writing carry your ideas confidently and professionally.

What I Offer

Academic editing goes beyond proofreading. I’ll help you to:

Clarify your argument and improve structure
Strengthen paragraph flow and sentence rhythm
Eliminate vague, awkward, or overly complex phrasing
Ensure your tone matches your target journal or audience
Correct grammar, word choice, and referencing inconsistencies
Respect your voice and research without over-editing

You’ll receive a clean and track-changed document plus comments where needed, so you can see what’s changed and why.

What I Edit

I work on a range of academic documents, including:

Journal articles (pre- and post-submission)
PhD and masters theses
Conference papers and abstracts
Literature reviews
Research proposals
Book chapters (for edited collections or monographs)

If you’re preparing a paper for submission or revising after peer review, I can help you polish your manuscript for clarity, fluency, and professionalism.

My Approach

I work with researchers who want:

Thoughtful, line-by-line editing – not generic feedback
Clarity and credibility in English, without dumbing down
Respectful collaboration with someone who understands the field

I’m especially experienced at working with international authors and interdisciplinary researchers, and I know the common traps that lead to desk rejection or vague reviewer feedback.

Ready to get started?

If you’d like to discuss your project, paper or thesis, request a sample edit, or get a quote, just get in touch. I’ll reply with clear next steps and an honest recommendation.

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