Miss Clare Diston | Non-fiction/science editor & proofreader
Based in Bristol, UK and working with clients around the world
- [email protected]
- Website
- https://clarediston.com/
- Membership Grade
- Advanced Professional Member
About Clare
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Hello! I am a freelance proofreader and copy-editor based in Bristol, UK.
I offer proofreading and copy-editing services in UK and US English. I work mainly with publishers and businesses, and I have previously worked with Bloomsbury, Cambridge University Press, Cengage Learning, Elliot & Thompson, Oxford University Press, Palgrave Macmillan, Pearson, Routledge, Springer and The School of Life.
I have a particular interest in science proofreading and editing, and I specialise in astronomy. I am currently studying for a BSc in Natural Sciences (Astronomy and Planetary Science).
I have 10+ years of experience working on a wide range of texts, including:
- Popular science books
- Scientific papers and slide decks
- Textbooks and specialist non-fiction
- Audio materials
- Magazines
- English language learning materials
- Blogs and websites
- Theses, dissertations and essays
- Novels and short stories
- Board games
If you would like to work with me, please do get in touch!
Media
Books, textbooks, specialist non-fiction, popular science books, scientific papers, slide decks, magazines, articles, essays, theses, dissertations, blog posts, websites, novels, short stories, poetry, teaching materials, YouTube videos, board games, English language (ELT) learning materials, audio materials.
Qualifications
BA English Studies (First class), University of Nottingham
MA Creative Writing (Distinction), University of Nottingham
Certificates in Basic Proofreading and Copy-Editing, The Publishing Training Centre
An Introduction to Astronomy, Liverpool John Moores University
Currently working towards BSc Natural Sciences (Astronomy and Planetary Science), Open University
Personal Interests
Topics which are of particular personal interest to me include:
- Space / astronomy
- Science
- Swimming, cycling, climbing, walking
- Crafting (e.g. cross-stitch)
- TV, films
Training
BSc Natural Sciences (Astronomy and Planetary Science), Open University 2019-ongoing
References course, SfEP 2019-ongoing
An Introduction to Astronomy, Liverpool John Moores University 2019
Basic Proofreading by Distance Learning 2012
Copy-Editing by Distance Learning 2014
Clients
Institute of Physics
Peracto Prepress Ltd
Bloomsbury
Routledge
Cambridge University Press
Oxford University Press
Pearson
Palgrave Macmillan
Penguin
Springer
Cengage Learning
The School of Life
Elliott & Thompson
testimonials
“May I state for the record that Clare Diston has done a first rate job of uncovering errors, jargon and confusion that has crept into the various editions of this book over some 26 years. Bravo!”
Allen, author with Cengage Learning
“Clare edited and proofread my novel and provided an efficient and friendly service you would be hard pushed to find elsewhere. I can honestly say without her support and professionalism I would not have published.”
Steven, independent author
“I was really happy with the work Clare did for me. Quick and precise, she found little mistakes that can ruin an otherwise good piece of work, mistakes that can easily be overlooked. I will definitely use her again.”
Jeremy, Om Reiki Centre
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Disclaimer note
The CIEP Directory of Editorial Services should be considered a point of first contact and prospective clients must satisfy themselves that members are capable of the work on offer. The Institute cannot be held responsible for the quality of work provided by any member listed in the directory. The members themselves are responsible for the maintenance and accuracy of their entries in the Directory and the CIEP has not made any attempt to vet them. The institute cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies in the Directory. Inclusion in the Directory as a freelance does not necessarily mean that the member is self-employed as defined by HM Revenue and Customs and the Department for Work and Pensions.