Alex James Editor

I’m a freelance copy editor and proofreader based in Leeds, United Kingdom, and working on science fiction and fantasy is my speciality. I currently have four years of experience copy editing and proofreading novels for independent fiction writers.

If you’re looking for a qualified freelance copy-editor and proofreader specialising in the genres science-fiction and fantasy then I’m the right person. My name is Alex James, and I help both new and experienced writers craft their stories into reader-friendly books.

As a qualified proofreader, I can help you correct your spelling, punctuation, grammar, and use of language. I am able check for sense and consistency, and my aim is to show good judgement when intervening to maintain the author’s style. Alongside carrying out proofreading tasks, as a qualified copy-editor I will help make your project fit for purpose and suitable for the intended audience, while maintaining author voice and style. I will check your sentences for ambiguity, clarity, flow, repetition, and unnecessary words; and if required I can suggest minor improvements.

I’ve been a regular book reviewer since April 2013, having given constructive, critical, and honest verdicts for books written by small publishers and independent authors. Recent reviews are posted to my blog, while I build my portfolio. I intend to publish more guides to help writers and professionals develop their understanding of sci-fi /fantasy.

I have gained awareness of best-practice and skills in writing, formatting, blogging, and publishing. These branches of knowledge have been useful in building my editing and proofreading business. As a writer I like to explore heroism set in bold, colourful worlds from the perspective of flawed and determined characters that possess traits of the condition Asperger Syndrome, which I am diagnosed with. I started writing in 2010, and first published independently in November 2012.