Looking for a freelance literary editor

[parakitaMol.]

Aside from the freelancers listed on various networks, I thought I'd ask here too. Word of mouth recommendation is often a good place to start!

As per title, looking for a freelance literary editor for a non-fiction draft. Preferably London based.

Thanks

[V8mate]

PM sent.

[Olivero]

Let me know what subject and I pass you on to my good mate based in London. He is a talented editor, writer and generally nice chap.

[parakitaMol.]

Thanks both, much appreciated. PMs welcome.

Subject matter is the challenges of drug development in the pharmacaeutical / bio-technology industry, specifically in cancer medicine.

It is a first hand account of one specific bio tech and is written by an oncologist (my husband). It is written in a rather unusual style for this subject matter and is very accessible to the lay-person. It is most definitely not a text-book!

He's looking for someone to work really closely with, advise him etc, most of all someone with experience who 'gets him'..... it would be good for him to be able to speak to a couple of people to find the right person.... I'm guessing it's a bit like speed-dating?

Thanks again

[Arklight]

Dropped you a mail.

[parakitaMol.]

Brill! will pass on any contacts to Dr PKM & he'll make contact

[V100]

Oh come on, six posts in and no "do you think I spend my money on ... to help you for free? NO" post?

Poor, poor form lads.

[Famous Graham]

Would a technical editor be handy? Chap who edits my family's business mag "Pharmacy Management" is a Chief Pharmacist.

[parakitaMol.]

V100 said:

Oh come on, six posts in and no "do you think I spend my money on ... to help you for free? NO" post?

Poor, poor form lads.

Maybe because I am not asking for anything for free?

I am asking for people who have known editor contacts, who would be paid their work. As per original post, prefer personal recommendations rather than simply responding to classifieds on writers forums.

[parakitaMol.]

Famous Graham said:

Would a technical editor be handy? Chap who edits my family's business mag "Pharmacy Management" is a Chief Pharmacist.

I'm not sure I'd know the answer to that, to be honest Graham, it's at that stage where it's a complete draft. Now needs a fresh pair of (experienced) eyes who can guide on construct, format, language, legal, layout, audience etc.... someone who understands what he's written and can shape it for publisers or self publishing.

[Famous Graham]

parakitaMol. said:

Famous Graham said:

Would a technical editor be handy? Chap who edits my family's business mag "Pharmacy Management" is a Chief Pharmacist.

I'm not sure I'd know the answer to that, to be honest Graham, it's at that stage where it's a complete draft. Now needs a fresh pair of (experienced) eyes who can guide on construct, format, language, legal, layout, audience etc.... someone who understands what he's written and can shape it for publisers or self publishing.

Ah probably not then. This is more journal oriented for an existing publication, rather than the fun and games that is getting something published in the first place

Coincidentally, I'm seeing my old man and Alex (the chap I'm talking about) at a conference next Wednesday. I'll mention it anyway, see if either of them have any recommendations.

(Actually, I wonder if an extract or something would "fit" PM's target audience...)

[Olivero]

PM sent.

I would recommend meeting up and seeing if you both would be a good fit. Good chance for a pint too...

[parakitaMol.]

Famous Graham said:

parakitaMol. said:

Famous Graham said:

Would a technical editor be handy? Chap who edits my family's business mag "Pharmacy Management" is a Chief Pharmacist.

I'm not sure I'd know the answer to that, to be honest Graham, it's at that stage where it's a complete draft. Now needs a fresh pair of (experienced) eyes who can guide on construct, format, language, legal, layout, audience etc.... someone who understands what he's written and can shape it for publisers or self publishing.

Ah probably not then. This is more journal oriented for an existing publication, rather than the fun and games that is getting something published in the first place

Coincidentally, I'm seeing my old man and Alex (the chap I'm talking about) at a conference next Wednesday. I'll mention it anyway, see if either of them have any recommendations.

(Actually, I wonder if an extract or something would "fit" PM's target audience...)

Thanks Graham, much appreciated....

I don't think he's ready to publish anything just yet.... but maybe once he's found that special editor to help him?

Thanks also Olivero

[V100]

parakitaMol. said:

V100 said:

Oh come on, six posts in and no "do you think I spend my money on ... to help you for free? NO" post?

Poor, poor form lads.

Maybe because I am not asking for anything for free?

I am asking for people who have known editor contacts, who would be paid their work. As per original post, prefer personal recommendations rather than simply responding to classifieds on writers forums.

I must remind myself to properly read instead of scan.

[parakitaMol.]

V100 said:

parakitaMol. said:

V100 said:

Oh come on, six posts in and no "do you think I spend my money on ... to help you for free? NO" post?

Poor, poor form lads.

Maybe because I am not asking for anything for free?

I am asking for people who have known editor contacts, who would be paid their work. As per original post, prefer personal recommendations rather than simply responding to classifieds on writers forums.

I must remind myself to properly read instead of scan.

Indeed.

Standards are really slipping these days! they let anyone in.

[Use Psychology]

could be worth contacting the RSC and see if they have any contacts.

[V8mate]

Royal Shakespeare Company?

[Use Psychology]

It did say the book was written in an unusual style.

Surprisingly I meant the royal society of chemistry

[parakitaMol.]

Yes, that might be worth a thought if he can't find anyone.

Thanks