Academic editing services

  • Editing involves a thorough review of your document to correct grammar and punctuation mistakes, ensure consistent spelling and style choices, and address any structural concerns, such as unsupported arguments or contradictions. On top of meticulous corrections, it includes encouraging, easy-to-follow instructions to make your work clearer and more appealing to readers. For instance, I’ll flag opportunities to add further clarification or address your reviewers’ concerns.

    This service is a great fit for authors and students who need feedback on improving their work and using an appropriate academic style, not just basic language corrections. It’s suitable for both writers who speak English as a second language and native English speakers. In traditional terms, this service encompasses copy editing, stylistic editing, structural editing, and line editing.

    If you’re confident about your tone, argumentation, and style but need help with English grammar, proofreading might be a better fit.

  • If you’re already confident about how your research is presented but just need help correcting your English grammar, punctuation, and spelling, proofreading can help. Unlike editing, proofreading focuses on correcting mistakes without addressing style, structure, or overall clarity. It’s an important step to make sure your readers aren’t distracted by mistakes or improper word use.

    Proofreading is a lighter service than editing, without in-depth feedback and bigger-picture suggestions. For that reason, it’s a more affordable way to add polish and professionalism to your research article or dissertation.

    If you need help with your document’s structure. argumentation, and style, editing might be a better fit than proofreading.

  • Figuring out how to apply the right house style for your target journal or how to follow a style guide—such as APA, Chicago, or MLA—is challenging. As an expert, I can efficiently apply any style to your work. That way, you can focus on your research while leaving the guidelines to me.

    This service helps avoid publication delays that can occur when a document doesn’t follow guidelines or instructions. It also pairs well with my editing and proofreading services. I can reformat your research and edit or proofread it at the same time, helping you meet your deadlines.

  • If you’re struggling to figure out how to format your references and citations properly, I can help. Citation problems can delay publication, but you can trust me to ensure proper referencing. I’m an expert at applying reference and citation styles. Whether you need to follow a broader style (like APA or Chicago) or a journal’s specific reference guidelines, I can apply the right style.

    I’m happy to correct the citations and references throughout your document or just your reference list. I’ll also address issues like citations that don’t appear in the reference list and vice versa or incorrectly spelled author names.

    You can combine this service with any of my other services. That way, your references and citations are efficiently corrected at the same time as your writing.

Frequently asked questions

A scientist who needs a native English speaker to proofread her research so that it can be accepted by peer reviewers

  • Yes. I’ve been editing professionally for 13 years, and I’ve worked with hundreds of authors and students on peer-reviewed journal articles, anthology chapters, monographs, and dissertations.

    I have an MSc in creative writing with a research component from the University of Edinburgh (2019), a graduate certificate in publishing from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University, 2014), and an honours BA in biomedical ethics from the University of Toronto (2012).

    I’m also passionate about continuing education, and I take regular courses with leading professional associations such as Editors Canada, the American Medical Writers Association, Nordic Editors and Translators, the Institute of Professional Editors, and ACES: The Society for Editing.

  • I specialize in British English, Canadian English, and US English. I’ve also worked in Australian English and French.

  • Yes. As a native English speaker with a master’s degree in creative writing, I specialize in helping researchers improve their writing. Through editing and proofreading, I’ve helped hundreds of academics get their work accepted. I’m also happy to help address any specific language-related concerns from your reviewers or journal editor.

  • Yes. I’m an expert at applying all the major style guides—such as APA, Chicago, and MLA—as well as the particular style and formatting requirements of journals and publishers.

  • Yes. Just let me know what journal, publisher, or university you’re targeting. I’ll find and apply the appropriate guidelines.

  • No. As an English academic editor, my primary field of expertise is English-language scholarly editing. I can ensure clarity, precision, conciseness, an appropriate tone, and correct style use in your writing. I don’t fact-check or confirm the accuracy of any research claims.

  • In keeping with professional publishing standards, I prefer to work with Microsoft Word and LaTeX files. I can also work with PDFs and Google Documents or plain text, though a surcharge might be necessary because these formats are not efficient to edit.

  • Typically, I offer a two-week turnaround from the time I receive your deposit and all necessary files.

    For longer documents, such as book-length dissertations or monographs, more time might be needed. I’ll let you know when providing a free estimate.

    If you need a document edited in less than two weeks, a 20% rush order fee will apply.

  • No. I won’t share any of your information, including the contents of your documents or your contact information. Moreover, I will never use your information or documents for any marketing or promotional purposes.

  • I charge per word based on the rates posted by the Editorial Freelancers’ Association. Prices vary based on your deadline and the type of service you need. Get in touch for a free estimate!

  • I accept payment by bank transfer, Interac e-transfer, or credit card (Canada only).

  • Yes, a 50% deposit is needed before I begin work. The amount and the terms will be outlined in your estimate.

  • Yes. To make sure we’re on the same page and to protect both our interests, you’ll receive a clear service agreement that outlines the scope of work and the payment due. This agreement is based on the standard contract provided by Editors Canada. You can sign and scan a printed copy or sign a digital copy before we get started .

  • Orders that are still in progress can be cancelled, but deposits are not returned. Refunds are not issued except if, due to an emergency, I am unable to complete an order.

  • Yes! Just let me know that you need a certificate to confirm that I’ve edited your work.

  • I’m happy to consider longer-term work. I’d love to learn more about your project and your team to see if we’d be a good fit. Please reach out using the form below or call me at 1-647-478-7937.

Not sure what type of editing you need?

No problem! Send me a message, and I’ll get back to you with a plan. It will outline the right service for your project, and you’ll receive a free estimate.