Mrs Sarah Parkinson | Theology/religion/spirituality
- Website
- www.sarahparkinson.co.uk
- Organisation
- Sarah Parkinson, Editorial Services
- Job title
- Proofreader and Copyeditor
- Membership Grade
- Professional Member
About Sarah
About Sarah
I have over eight years of experience in proofreading, copyediting and proof-editing, with clients ranging from independent authors to web content creators, NGOs and academic writers and, more recently, a theological publisher.
The consistent thread throughout my work is a strong commitment to providing the high level of service my clients deserve. Setting and meeting deadlines, as well as communicating clearly and courteously, are all essential elements to my work.
Drawing on my own academic studies, I have developed a great deal of experience editing academic/theological/humanities texts, and am very familiar with both the short-title and Harvard systems of referencing. I have also proof-edited a number of novels for independent authors, primarily but not restricted to fantasy fiction.
Training
As part of my professional practice, I am committed to developing my skillset and refreshing it where necessary. I have undertaken the following training to date:
- Chapterhouse - Proofreader Plus - February 2016
- Proofreading Training Centre - Grammar at Work - January 2017
- SfEP - Introduction to Copy-editing - June 2018
- CIEP - Proofreading 2: Headway - April 2020
- CIEP - Copyediting 2: Headway - November 2021
- CIEP - Getting to Grips with Grammar and Punctuation - February 2023
- CIEP - Proofreading 3: Progress - September 2024.University qualifications include: Bachelors in psychology (2:1) and an Masters in Social Development Planning and Management (merit).
University qualifications include:
- BSc (Hons) Psychology (2:1)
- MScEcon Social Development Planning and Management (merit).
Testimonials
"For me as a publisher and for our authors it is always reassuring to know that Sarah is working on a book. The high levels of competence, professionalism, eye for detail and consistency, and genuine interest and understanding Sarah applies to editing are an asset to our books, and I highly recommend Sarah as a copyeditor and proofreader. Sarah's thorough checking of references, establishing and applying styles, providing detailed documentation, and the excellent questions she asks when working on a manuscript show a commitment to high standards and always result in quality editing publishers and authors can rely on."
Dr Natalie K. Watson, Publishing Director, Sacristy Press, January 2025
"Sarah inspired confidence from the start and executed a difficult task with a sureness of touch that gave great reassurance to a first time author publishing a novel. I would not hesitate to recommend her to any author needing a copy editor who will examine their work with rigour and advise on grammar and punctuation. It was a pleasure to work with her."
Upwork client (independent author), November 2021
"Sarah provided excellent work for us over a long period of time. Her editing was top-notch and she hit every deadline set. I highly recommend her for any and all editing projects."
Upwork client (online CAD information and recruitment hub), July 2019
"Hiring a freelance editor can often be scary. While Sarah charges a bit more than I normally pay it is well worth it given her level of skill. She is a professional editor and does this full time. She completed my 80k manuscript in less than a month and did a perfect job. Her comments were appreciated and helped pick up mistakes like the overuse of a word, a better wording and of course just fixed my many, many, many typos. Would hire again in a heartbeat."
Upwork client (independent author), March 2019
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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.