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KCC Member Profile

Melanie Cotton

Argentum Editorial

Business sector
Editing and Proof Reading
KCC Group
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I work with people who put words out into the world and care about being taken seriously. That includes self-publishing authors, independent publishers, businesses and charities. Editing isn't about taking over. It’s about • no mistakes slipping through • better flow and consistency • clear, supportive feedback • your voice and pride intact • the satisfaction of getting the best version of your work. When we work together, you get an editorial partner

About

I'm a former languages teacher, a fearless mountain climber, a gimlet-eyed grammar tickler®, and a CIEP-trained Proofreader and Editor. After 25 years of teaching, I retrained and set up a freelance business to help people put words out into the world with confidence. My clients want to look professional, to be taken seriously, and to feel completely happy with what they publish or share. I offer three core services: proofreading, copyediting and beta reading.
This may come as a surprise, but I don't work for the Grammar Police. And I'm not the custodian of the English language. I am, in a sense, an advocate for the reader. If you're writing to be read, then clarity matters. Readers deserve writing that makes sense, flows well and respects their time. This is why I focus on clarity, communication and consistency. So your writing does what it needs to do, delivers a strong reading experience, and becomes memorable for all the right reasons.

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