Ever felt like you don't quite belong in your academic or creative space?

I'll let you in on a secret: imposters don't worry about being imposters - and the fact that you care shows that you absolutely do belong.

What helps you quiet your imposter syndrome voice?

Writing 50,000 words this month? You've got this!

NaNoWriMo isn't about perfection - it's about getting the words out of your head and onto the page. When you're ready to polish your masterpiece, I'll be here to help turn your rough draft into something truly shine-worthy!

Typos can be terrifying - especially ones that sneak past your spellcheck. From confusing mix-ups to rogue apostrophes, even the smallest slip can send shivers down your readers' spines. Need a ghost-free document? Book a slot with me to have your work proofread, banishing the blunders!

As we head into some of the first essays of the season, it's time to think about hiring a proofreader to look over your work and give it that extra edge. Every word deserves a little TLC - and that's where I come in. Visit my website or DM to book your space today!

I've been trying to hold off on getting into the holiday spirit until US Thanksgiving is has passed, but it's getting harder by the day! The life of a proofreader today means a cinnamon dolce coffee perched atop my Christmas candle-holder 😅 Is anyone else getting into the festive spirit early?

Do you struggle with binge writing? Have you tried going on a writing retreat? I've been on several, and after re-listening to an episode by Academic Writing Amplified, I'm ready to go on another one! What are you listening to right now? I'd love to hear what's impacting your life right now.

Are you an international student, academic, or scholar who worries about ensuring your English comes across as authoritative? The English Language Teaching Centre (ELTC) has an excellent online grammar bank that you might find helpful!

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Quick proofreading tip: read your work out loud.

Your brain might skim past errors, but your ears won't. It's a fast way to catch clunky phrasing and small mistakes before you hit submit.

"There's no difference between you and the people you see achieving extraordinary things."

I absolutely love this quotation from Mel Robbins in The Let Them Theory, which I've been reading this week.

Progress is built through consistent, thoughtful work. If they can do it, so can you.

Your voice is powerful, even if it sounds different. Academia thrives on diversity of thought, language, and experience. Don't let the fear of "sounding wrong" silence you. Different is exactly what academia needs.

Writing that’s clear, confident, and consistent is easier to mark and evaluate. These are the tiny tweaks we make every day that add up to a big difference in your grade. (See more on Insta!)

Message “PROOF” for a free 150-word sample proofread today.

Nobody writes perfectly the first time - and that’s okay! Every misplaced comma is just part of the process of sharing your ideas with the world. Your voice matters, and mistakes don’t define it. Let me help you share your work with confidence and clarity.

Have you seen my new and improved website? I now offer 15-minute discovery calls to discuss what proofreading is and how it can benefit you and your academic work, bookable through the website.

There's also a cheeky proofreading checklist on there for free 👀

What are you waiting for? Go look!

With the academic year starting to settle into a steady rhythm, it's time to start thinking about proofreading services. Journal article due soon? Getting a head start on those January essays? Book a complimentary 15-minute discovery call with me through my website to learn more about what I offer.