ABOUT
Colette Duggan MA, Intermediate Member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading
Words are my passion; I treat them with care. I am a native British English speaker and have an Honours Degree in English Literature and Language from the University of Glasgow, with post graduates qualifications in Librarianship and Teaching in Further Education. I am an experienced PTC qualified proofreader and editor. I am a published short story writer and novelist.
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Spelling
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Grammar
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Punctuation
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Correct factual errors
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Remove duplication
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Improve flow
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ESL improvements
Publishing Training Centre Qualifications
Essential Copy-Editing
Basic Proofreading (Merit)
Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading
Introduction to Proofreading
Editing Test
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MA(Hons) English Literature and Language
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Birmingham Proofreading
I can honestly say that she is one of the most hardworking and professional people we have worked with. Her work is always excellent, she commits to deadlines and is very personable. Highly recommend!”
Claude Rapport - Writer
I’m enjoying working with Colette and appreciate the fact that she is only an email away. Good relevant comments, an eye for detail, and I like that she reads my work as a writer herself. Very happy working with her.
Roger Clifford - Writer
I would like to thank Colette Duggan, who is a first-class professional, who kept me informed from start to finish guiding me through the whole process of editing and proofreading of my work. I’m delighted with the work she has provided for me, and indeed her help.