Shannon, Lorraine

Experience: Over six years experience editing and proofreading for UK publishers such as Karnac Books and Routledge Press. Freelance editing of theses in humanities and social sciences, assessments of fiction and non-fiction for Australian publishers, and editing academic journals.

Qualifications: Ph.D in English Literature. B.A. 1st class English Lit and language.

Computer capability: PC Microsoft office 2003.

Services offered: Editing and proofreading of theses, journal articles and academic texts. Manuscript assessment and development. Plain English rewriting and general proofreading.

Type of material: Conference proceedings, Educational books/textbooks at secondary and tertiary levels, Fiction and general non-fiction. Literary journals/journal articles and theses.

Subject specialities: Academic humanities and social science subjects. Literary fiction and biography. Environment, gardening, philosophy/religion. Politics/government and popular culture.

Special skills/interests: I am particularly interested in environmental issues, urban design, gardening and pets. I am also highly experienced in editing creative writing.