John Ladd

John Ladd – Editor

Editor and proofreader, available for urgent assignments and larger ongoing projects.

Overview

Editing freelance since 2004, for self-publishing authors and publishers at all levels. Over 200 books published as editor and/or contributing writer. Intermediate member of CIEP. I keep my skills sharp and up to date with professional courses, improving and evolving my craft in line with the industry.

Wide range of experience and insterests, both fiction and non-fiction. Specialising in academic, scientific and medical texts, as well as autobiographies and novels.

As an editor, I get surgical with the details, cutting away errors seamlessly, enabling the words to do their work, and appropriately enhancing each page to amplify its potential.

Many of my projects are for ESL (English Second Language) authors, and I enjoy working with these clients to help them express their stories and research fluently.


Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Education & Reference Humanities & Social Sciences
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • CIEP (various)

Work experience

Self-employed

Oct, 2004 — Present

John has 1 review

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Gideon R.

Gideon R.

Nov, 2023

John's work was accurate, extremely helpful, and on time. I am grateful for his contribution to the project and would definitely recommend him as a proofreader.

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