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Sep 1
6 min

Proofreading and editing a dissertation/thesis

Do you need your essay, article or dissertation proofread and edited, but don’t quite know what this will look like in practice?

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Copyedit clinic: How to use commas for clarity

Emma Lawson

Aug 4
8 min

Copyedit clinic: How to use commas for clarity

How and when should you use a comma? If you’ve asked yourself this question, you’re not alone.

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Copyedit clinic: How to use semi-colons to improve your writing

Emma Lawson

Jul 10
5 min

Copyedit clinic: How to use semi-colons to improve your writing

This blog post explores how to use semi-colons correctly and how they can sharpen your writing.

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Copywriting for international charities: key ways you can affirm that Black Lives Matter

Emma Lawson

Jun 8
7 min

Copywriting for international charities: key ways you can affirm that Black Lives Matter

For those of us working with words and in communication, how can we play our part in affirming that 'Black Lives Matter'?

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Writing with depression and anxiety: help or hindrance?

Emma Lawson

May 18
6 min

Writing with depression and anxiety: help or hindrance?

Mental health issues are talked about far more today than they ever were, and for good reason. Depression and anxiety are a double vortex...

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Emma Lawson

Apr 10
4 min

Writing flash fiction

Photo: Pexels If you hadn't noticed already, I really enjoy proofreading and editing other people's writing. Alongside running my freelan...

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3 things to look for when hiring a proofreader or editor

Emma Lawson

Mar 3
5 min

3 things to look for when hiring a proofreader or editor

Are you feeling overwhelmed with your project/s? It can be difficult in a cost-cutting environment with multiple demands on our time to e...

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From passion to profession: a freelancer's journey

Emma Lawson

Feb 4
4 min

From passion to profession: a freelancer's journey

It’s pleasing putting a face to a name, isn’t it? As I grow my business, I want to take a moment to properly introduce myself so that you...

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Emma Lawson

Jan 11
5 min

5 essential writing reference books

What are some of the ‘must-have’ reference books on your shelf?

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