Assistance from Independent Book Consultants
Book editors, proof readers, publishing consultants, typesetters, and book designers from various regions in New Zealand are listed here. These people are independent from us and so if you require their services please contact them directly. In return for maintaining these listings we would like an opportunity to quote on the printing of any books that may be created.
We are looking for more people to add to this directory so if you are competent, professional, able to provide a service and would like to be listed on this page please contact Nelson Hubber. nelson@digitalprint.co.nz
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Jo Dickson - Catchword
• Typesetting
• Book layout and design
• Proof reading
Jo is a very experienced typesetter who specialises in compiling and formatting the final layout of books. She has compiled many books with a high standard of professionalism.
If you have most of your manuscript ready and would like someone to provide the final touch of professionalism or if you have a bare material such as a group of photos and a computer disk of text then Jo is a good person to see.
She has worked in our industry for over 20 years and taken and passed "Government Printer's" typesetting exams while working at the Dept. of Statistics.
Services offered - typesetting (desk-top publishing), formatting of material, book design, indexing and proof reading. |
Christchurch
Phone 03 386 1127
Fax 03 385 1227
email jo.dickson@clear.net.nz
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Belinda O’Keefe Copy Editing & Proofreading Services
• Copy editing
• Proofreading
• Typing
Belinda is a professional copy editor and proofreader with a Diploma in Book Editing, Proofreading and Publishing.
She has experience working with New Zealand writers and has worked on various manuscripts for members of the South Island Writers’ Association. She also proofreads written material for local businesses.
Belinda will provide a high quality, reliable, confidential copy editing and proofreading service with a fast turnaround. She strives to produce clear, concise documents, without changing the intent of the writer.
Services include:
• Spelling • Punctuation • Sentence structure • Consistency
• Grammar • Format • Style • Typographical errors
In addition to these services Belinda is also available to type manuscripts.
“I was delighted with the proof reading and copy editing that Belinda O’Keefe did on the first chapter of a novel I am currently writing. She found a myriad of tiny typos I had missed in my several readings of the piece; that showed a fine attention to detail. Also, she corrected some obvious infelicities of expression and made sensitive suggestions for changing some of the words and phrases that she considered, rightly, could do with improvement. I accepted them all and was impressed by the attention she gave, not just to spelling and grammar, but to the story I was trying to tell.”
Jane Seaford (President, South Island Writers’ Association) |
Christchurch
Phone: 03 359 5935
email: belinda_okeefe@xtra.co.nz
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Bob Stoothoff - Rawhiti Editorial Services
• Editing
• Revising and rewriting
• Book design and composition
Working from manuscripts or from computer files, Rawhiti helps authors, publishers, businesses, clubs, etc. to make writings ready for publication. The services range from the editing of manuscripts to the design and production of press-ready PDF files.
The editorial services include checking manuscripts for grammatical and spelling errors, suggesting revisions to improve organization and style, and generally trying to ensure that ideas are presented in good clear English. Rawhiti can also assist with translations from French, German and Italian texts.
Rawhiti Editorial Services is directed by Robert Stoothoff. For a sample of his work, aim your internet browser at www.cybereditions.com/cyTheBooks. Most of the books listed on this web page were edited and produced by him in 2000–2005, when he was Editorial Director of Cybereditions.
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Christchurch
Phone: (03) 322 7582
email: rawhiti@snap.net.nz |
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Paul Di Somma
Paul Di Somma offers a range of copy services for print and web from proofing and editing to typesetting and formatting.
Paul began working with writers and manuals in 1995 as a technical writer for a large software and hardware development company. His typesetting program of choice is TeX. Paul has a BA in education.
Paul can accept your manuscript - ideally as Microsoft Word files or paper form if more convenient to you. He will send you a draft typeset and paginated .pdf for approval. On acceptance by you, Paul will send a final .pdf.
Because of the special nature of childrens books, poetry, and academic theses, we do not provide services on these projects.
Contact us to discuss your project:
Paul Di Somma
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Christchurch
Mob 021 224 4890
Email
pmds@xtra.co.nz
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Jocelyn Alesana-Rennie - Practical English
Practical English offers high quality writing, editing and proofreading services including simplification and clarity, for:
1. central and local government reports and publications
2. local and international business documents
3. contracts
4. legal documents
5. websites
6. public education material
7. annual reports
8. technical publications and manuals
9. fiction and non fiction.
Workshops can be arranged anywhere in New Zealand and Australia covering:
1. in house style
2. plain English writing skills
3. writing for your readers
4. punctuation and grammar
5. report writing.
About Practical English
Practical English means writing plain English that the reader will understand immediately.
Practical English delivers written material that is concise, accurate, clear and consistent.
Editing and writing services are offered internationally on line.
Face to face client consultation and contracted services are offered within the Auckland region and throughout New Zealand and Australia where required.
Contact Details
Jocelyn Alesana-Rennie MA Hons. English
Visit Jocelyn's web site www.practicalenglish.co.nz
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Auckland - Birkenhead
Phone 09 418 1337
Mob 021 027 18795
email: editor@practicalenglish.co.nz
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Jim Allnatt
• Research
• Layout and composition of books
• Writing
Jim is the archivist for the Auckland Cricket Association and he has written and published two books on the subject. One of these, Auckland Cricket - The Victorian Era, a hard cover edition. was printed through this site. He is currently writing the history of Masport, an iconic New Zealand Company, who are celebrating their Centenary in 2010
Jim's expertise is in finding historical information and editing and compiling books about sporting and other organisations. He will be pleased to be contacted for assistance on projects of this type.
His publications can be seen at www.jimallnatt.co.nz/ |
Auckland - Howick
Phone 09 534 3382
email: jallnatt@ihug.co.nz
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Vanessa Hatley-Owen Double Check It – before you print it!
'O for a Book and a shady nook,
either in-a-door or out;
With the green leaves whisp'ring overhead
or the street cryers all about.
Where I may Read all at my ease,
both of the New and Old;
For a jolly good Book whereon to look
is better to me than Gold.
At Double Check It, we love and value books! We also understand what it takes to write a book – the hours of dedication, determination and also - elation and frustration! You deserve to feel proud of your work – it is your masterpiece; your 'baby'. Congratulations!!
So, on to the next stage – turning your dream into reality; a real live book, with your name on the cover! You want to ensure your work is presented to the world in its best possible light, so you need to get a fresh pair of eyes to Double Check It. We will work with you to hunt out any pesky typos or mis-used words that may be lurking within. While we don't offer a manuscript appraisal or stubstantive editing service, we will suggest small changes to sentences, if needed, to improve flow.
Combining a lifelong reading habit with qualifications in copy-editing and proofreading, and writing for children means we know what matters in books. With stories of our own underway, we also know what it means to be a writer and will treat your manuscript with the care and respect it deserves.
More information can be found on our website www.doublecheckit.co.nz or you can e-mail us: info@doublecheckit.co.nz
Can't wait to read your book!! |
Auckland - Howick
Phone 021 882 691
email: info@doublecheckit.co.nz
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Geoff Walker – Publishing Consultant
- Manuscript assessment
- Rewriting
- Editing
- Co-authoring, ‘ghost’ writing
- Book project management
- Fiction and non-fiction
Formerly for many years Publishing Director of Penguin New Zealand, where his books won many awards, Geoff Walker has books in his blood! He is highly regarded throughout New Zealand publishing.
Geoff will assess your initial manuscript and offer expert advice on writing, rewriting and editing, all of which he’ll undertake himself. He’ll also advise on the best way to publish. He may even project manage your book from the original manuscript through its editorial and design stages to finished printed copies. He’s also available for co-authoring or ‘ghost’ writing.
Geoff’s personal interests lie in biography, memoir, history and fiction, but he also works with all kinds of books including speciality books, company histories and corporate profiles |
Auckland - Ponsonby/Central
Ph 09-378875
021-2235045
geoffwbooks@gmail.com
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Adrienne Morris - AM Proofreading and Editing
• Proofreading
• Copy Editing
• Checking and Correction
• Layouts
• Photo Restoration
It is not easy for anyone who writes to see their own errors. And it is so easy to make mistakes - and we all make them. Some are fairly unimportant, some are just typos, but some can be disastrous and can adversely affect your whole document. Most people think they have got their work 'perfect' and are quite surprised when a proofreader makes a lot of corrections, but at the same time, are pleased to have the errors picked up by fresh, impartial eyes before going to print.
Adrienne has a love of English and studied Latin to university level, giving her a superb grounding in English grammar, so she decided to study for a Diploma in Book Editing, Proofreading and Publishing, which she gained in 2008.
Her services are offered not only to publishing houses, but also to private and corporate sectors. She is a self-motivated and dedicated worker, with a love of challenging and interesting work; she has a wide general knowledge and good business skills, has great attention to detail, and also typesetting, layout, photographic and photo restoration abilities - to offer her clients.
Adrienne is a member of the New Zealand Society of Authors.
She loves working with writers and authors, helping them to add that final bit of polish to their book, so that their ideas are communicated in the clearest way, and the finished product is as professional as it can be.
More information can be gained from her website http://www.amproofreadingnz.com |
Auckland - Torbay
Phone 09 473 8777
email: a.morris@woosh.co.nz
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Gillian Tewsley – Pepperleaf Publishing
- manuscript assessment
- mentoring
- structural edit
- copyedit
- proofread
- index
- book design and production
Pepperleaf is your easy, one-stop shop for everything from manuscript appraisal to editing, designing and preparing your book for print. We work in all areas of fiction and nonfiction. Pepperleaf rates are competitive, and our service is sensitive, caring, intelligent and very professional.
Pepperleaf owner/director Gillian Tewsley has 20 years’ experience working as senior editor and commissioning editor at New Zealand book publishers Penguin, Random House, Reed, Auckland University Press and OUP.
Crime writer Paul Cleave says: ‘My advice – make the manuscript the best you can, then give Gillian a call.’ You are welcome to read comments from Paul and other authors who have worked with Gillian.
Contact her at http://pepperleaf.co.nz/authorcomments. |
Auckland - Warkworth
Phone 09 422 3393
email: gillian@pepperleaf.co.nz
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Leigha Hartley – check-it-4u
- Proofreading and copy editing
- Editing
- Specialising in manuscripts: fiction, non-fiction, any age group and a wide topic base
- Academic work such as theses and essays
- Product information translation accuracy
Leigha at check-it-4u provides an affordable proofreading and editing service for anyone who needs it. Her philosophy is ‘If you can write it, it should be proofread’.
Leigha has been proofreading for the last 5 years for friends and acquaintances and has recently formalised her skills by completing a Diploma in Editing, Proofreading and Publishing from the New Zealand Institute of Business Studies (NZIBS).
Past employment has included serving in the Armed Forces (Army) and she had a role of important responsibility as a Driver, VIP Driver, and Dispatcher as well as a leadership role in charge of several people and their administration requirements. This has given Leigha an appreciation not only for hard work, leadership, loyalty and honesty, but also to be able to follow directions and to work independently or as part of a team while retaining a sense of humour and love of life.
Leigha has started her business, check-it-4u, to do what she loves - reading and fine-tuning manuscripts by checking details including spelling and typos, offering suggestions and helping to bring about a polished, outstanding book (theses or essay etc).
Hours: Flexible
Fees negotiable, barter trade accepted.
Web: www.check-it-4u.com |
Hamilton
Email: leigha@check-it-4u.com
Phone: 027 256 5183 (txt or call)
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Sue Hall
Proofreading
Copy editing
Rewriting
I have 14 years’ experience in freelance copy editing and proofreading and have worked with book publishers such as Hachette Livre, Pearson Education, Macmillan Education, Random House, New Holland Publishers and Renaissance Publishing. As an author of six published books I know the trials and joys of the writing process and enjoy working with authors and writers to achieve the best product.
For me, copy editing is a process which corrects the grammar and improves the readability of an author’s work but does not change his or her essential style or content. The proofreading process ensures a final professional polish.
Having worked on a freelance basis for many businesses and associations such as The New Zealand Packaging Council, Plastics New Zealand, Waitakere City Council, Northland Polytechnic, Shiftwork Services and more, I can also help you with document editing and proofreading. These might include industry and association reports, advertising documents, booklets or catalogues. A professional document is free of errors, consistent in layout and style and easily navigable. |
Kerikeri
107 Access Road
Kerikeri 0230
Phone: 09 4076312
Email: sue.hall@xtra.co.nz
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Katerina Adams – Driftwood Design
Designing and formatting manuals and books
Sourcing and creating images and illustrations
Manipulating and enhancing images in Photoshop
Commissioning photographs and directing photo shoots
Katerina has been a Graphic Designer for over 22 years, spending 15 years in the publishing industry in London, then setting up a freelance graphic design business in Opotiki within the stunning Bay of Plenty. That location has been no hindrance to a successful business as most work is done over the internet. It does, however, mean costs can be kept to a minimum and tight budgets adhered to.
Katerina enjoys working with a small client-base to guarantee a one-to-one personal service. Clients can feel comfortable that their requirements will be respected and translated into an appropriately designed book.
Katerina Adams is regularly contracted by my company to provide design and layout services for the compilation of a range of resources and training manuals. Her work is of an extremely high standard and service delivery impeccable. She is timely in her deadlines and highly skilled in her profession.
Alannah Marriot, Director, Switch Trainers & Consultants Ltd.
Web: www.driftwooddesign.co.nz
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Opotiki
Bay of Plenty
Tel: 07 315 6627
Email: info@driftwooddesign.co.nz
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Skye Bothma – WordsWorth Publishing Services
- Proofreading
- Editing
- Academic editing
- Desktop publishing
- Small-run book publishing
- Digital transcription (typing from digital recordings)
- Copy-typing
Skye is a professional editor with a Diploma in Publishing from Whitireia Polytech and also diplomas in book editing and travel writing from NZIBS.
She has been working in business communications and publishing since 1998 and has worked in various industries from commercial business to law and medicine. She studied horticulture after leaving school, has travelled extensively overseas, and has a wide range of interests which makes her well-suited to tackling texts with a variety of topics.
Some of her key projects include:
Kiwi Swim Safe - CD ROM based teaching resource, Swimming New Zealand
Spiritual Nature - R Patel, self-published through WordsWorth Publishing
Seeking Community - Multiple Authors, Standards Plus
Walking Wellington - Kathy Ombler, New Holland Publishers
Growing Plants - GK Moriarty, Reed Publishing
The Winter Game - Todd Nicholls, Mainstream Publishing
“Throughout the writing and editing process, Skye did far more than just edit. She provided me with a great deal of advice, support and guidance. I have no hesitation in recommending her.” - Todd Nicholls, author
For more information please visit: www.wordsworth.net.nz |
Wellington Central
PO Box 5052
Lambton Quay
Wellington 6145
Email info@wordsworth.net.nz
Tel: 021 061 1026
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Karen Pincott – Word Wise
- Proofreading
- Editing
- Formatting
- Photography
Karen is a qualified proofreader and editor working from home in the Hutt Valley and available throughout the Wellington region. She has a diploma in editing, proofreading and publishing gained with merit through NZIBS and is also a published author, having written a non-fiction health resource book for New Zealanders with hair loss which was published by a New Zealand publisher in the late 1990s.
During her career, Karen has worked in the state sector, for New Zealand's Judiciary, and for private companies, as well as managing her own proofreading and editing business.
In recent years she has undertaken a number of large document formatting/editing projects, involving extensive use of templates. This has given her a good understanding of the frustrations and pitfalls often associated with this type of work and how best to avoid these.
Karen would welcome the opportunity to proofread your manuscript for spelling and grammatical sense and, if necessary, offer suggestions for improvement to style and consistency.
There’s something very special about finally receiving the printed book that has been the focus of all your hard work and Karen would love to help you achieve that.
For more information please visit www.word-wise.co.nz . |
Wellington - Hutt Valley
Phone 022 106 2652
Email: word.wise@xtra.co.nz
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Chris and Diane Benge - Kapiti Print Media
• Book and Cover Design
• Proofreading
• Text editing
• Copywriting
• Photo restoration
• Web design
With a Masters degree in English literature and a background in English teaching and editing, Chris Benge has helped many authors and publishers bring their manuscripts up to publishing standard. His text proofing focus is complemented by Diane's experience in writing for and editing a national bimonthly magazine for more than a decade: she focuses on the clarity and readability of text. Together they offer a comprehensive service in manuscript preparation.
In addition to this, Kapiti Print Media has designed covers and text for a number of self-publishers, including prolific NZ social historian and novelist David McGill, local and family historians, children's writers, and various New Zealand organisations. They also create websites to assist publishers to promote and sell their work online.
Publishing a book is a great adventure and labour, almost like giving birth. Chris and Diane love helping writers to create in book form what they have lived with and dreamed about for so long.
For more information on Kapiti Print Media please visit http://www.kapitiprintmedia.co.nz |
Wellington - Kapiti Coast - Paraparaumu Beach
Phone 04 902 5703
or 021 104 1122
email: info@kpm.co.nz
PO Box 1562
Paraparaumu Beach 5252
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