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Gaynor Paynter Copy Editor and Transcriber (Typewrite)
@gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
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Copy-editing: academic, fiction and non-fiction.
Transcription: General, legal, medical etc including student interviews, court matters.
General: Business plans, formatting, minutes, etc. Since 2005.
Author - Gaynor Paynter.
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Gaynor Paynter Copy Editor and Transcriber (Typewrite) @gaynorpaynter.bsky.social · Aug 20
Recently I was asked the following question: “What exactly IS copy-editing?” It became clear that the actual question was: ‘What is COPY?’ Here's a detailed post answering these two questions.

#talkingpointtuesday #copy #copyediting #academicsky typewritetranscription.co.za/2025/08/20/t...
TALKING POINT TUESDAY – COPY and COPY EDITING – WHAT THEY ARE AND WHY YOU NEED THEM
I was asked the following question: “What exactly IS copy-editing?” Therefore today’s post focusses on copy-editing and the #greenflag of ensuring your written presentation looks professional and busi...
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gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
Students are heading back to #varsity and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Wishing you all the best! #student #studentsofbluesky #studentslife #varsity
February 3, 2026 at 8:46 AM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
Often I'm asked what the difference between copy-editing and proofreading is. These are the types of editing in the publication process:
- Developmental or structural editing
- Line-editing
- Copy-editing
- Proofreading
Today I'm proofreading labels for a client in the pharmaceutical industry.
January 26, 2026 at 12:41 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
My #currentread is #Manhunters by Colin Wilson RIP, #published in 2007 by Merlin Publishing. So far, I’m riveted! It delves so deeply into the psychology of serial killers.

What are you currently reading?
January 19, 2026 at 9:21 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
All #SouthAfrican learners are back after the holidays. Whether you're starting grade one, entering high school, or approaching the end of school - it's exciting! You're the future, whether in #academics, #trade, #technology - we're here to assist with book wrapping and other related services.
January 19, 2026 at 6:41 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
Worked on the company's business profile today.
Please feel free to download, browse and distribute as you see fit.
Get in touch if you also need a profile.

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January 16, 2026 at 10:04 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
I'm busy with what is probably my last copy-editing and book formatting (for print and epublishing) project for the year.

I'm grateful for it.

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Copy-editing services % Typewrite Transcription and Editing Services %
Copy editing services in Johannesburg, South Africa. Servicing the world through the use of the internet. References available.
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December 30, 2025 at 2:09 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
To all clients, followers and friends who celebrate - Merry Christmas!
Whether you’re a new client or have been with us for years we thank you for the support!
We are available through the festive season.
#merrychristmas #artistsofbluesky #handpainted #copyediting
December 24, 2025 at 3:16 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
I am available through the Christmas / New Year period for #copy-editing, #transcribing, #minute-taking and general #admin services - please see my website for further details.

Use this period for catching up or getting a head start on next year's projects.

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Copy Editing Services
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December 22, 2025 at 10:43 AM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
Proud to share the latest volume of #BulldogAbrasives' magazine which I worked on.

bulldoggroup.co.za/vol-5/

#copyediting #proofreading #corporate #magazines #quarterlypublications
December 15, 2025 at 11:46 AM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
URGENT - #AFRIKAANS #TRANSCRIPT #PROOFREADER required for short term project with the potential to be more regular.
Please see the link below and adhere to all the requirements.

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AFRIKAANS TRANSCRIPT PROOFREADER URGENTLY REQUIRED
URGENT Hello everyone, I need the services of an AFRIKAANS TRANSCRIPT PROOFREADER.  Please carefully read the details below and follow every instruction. You must be a first language Afrikaans speaker...
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October 3, 2025 at 3:10 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
You can attend the #HenleyLiteraryFestiva online or in person from 3 - 12 Oct. The 2025 event contains more than 120 events for all ages. #academicsky #literarysky #literature #childrensbooks #youngadults. If you are #writing your own book see our resources www.typewritetranscription.co.za
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October 3, 2025 at 6:45 AM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
The Wigtown Book Festival, from 26 Sept to 5 Oct is the second largest #literaryfestival in #Scotland, featuring #authors including #DamianBarr and #HelenLeder #academicsky #literarysky #writers #authors. Need help with your own book? Check out typewritetranscription.co.za/student-reso...
September 29, 2025 at 7:41 AM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
In #SouthDakota? Chek out the Festival of Books with many and presenters, including #law #professor @haksgaard.bsky.social, #historian Ann Baum and many others.. sdhumanities.org/festival-of-... Need help #editing your book? Contact me #academicsky #literaryfestival #literaryevents
Festival of Books – South Dakota Humanities Council
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September 26, 2025 at 2:26 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
Who knew that there’s a song by @rickastl3y.bsky.social #rickastley called #BlueSky? Great for #relaxing and that #fridayfeeling #fridayonmymind #fridayfun #musicsky m.youtube.com/watch?v=7l5x...
Rick Astley - Blue Sky (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Rick Astley
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September 19, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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inventingreality.bsky.social
#writingq #writer #writing #amwriting #writingcommunity inventingrealityediting.com/2...
Improve writing by eliminating ambiguities
Sometimes when writing, we unintentionally create ambiguity – that is, we write a sentence that can be interpreted in more than one way.You’ve probably ran into this when reading instructions for a…
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September 7, 2025 at 1:45 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
Small businesses: How do you determine who your ideal customer is, and do you direct your marketing at that segment of the market? I'm going to be focusing on that in my posts this week. hashtag#amediting hashtag#amtranscribing hashtag#ammarketing

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Copy Editing Services
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September 7, 2025 at 2:56 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
I posted this article last week, but somehow I managed to delete it from the blog, so I've posted it again as this week's #TalkingPointTuesday. I was asked: 'What exactly IS #copyediting?' The ACTUAL question: ‘What is #COPY?’ I wrote a detailed answer.
typewritetranscription.co.za/2025/08/26/t...
TALKING POINT TUESDAY – COPY and COPY EDITING – WHAT THEY ARE AND WHY YOU NEED THEM
G Good morning everyone and welcome to the second last Tuesday in #greenflagmonth! How is the month going for you and what green flags have you given and received?  Share with us on our socials.
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August 26, 2025 at 1:26 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
It's the last week of #winter! That's enough to #motivate anyone! #MotivationalMonday #MondayMorning #WinterWarmer #SpringisComing #Production #Motivation #MeaningfulMonday #Monday #Meaning #MondayMeaning

How can we help you achieve your #targets?
Our goal is to help you achieve your goal.
August 25, 2025 at 7:41 AM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
Recently I was asked the following question: “What exactly IS copy-editing?” It became clear that the actual question was: ‘What is COPY?’ Here's a detailed post answering these two questions.

#talkingpointtuesday #copy #copyediting #academicsky typewritetranscription.co.za/2025/08/20/t...
TALKING POINT TUESDAY – COPY and COPY EDITING – WHAT THEY ARE AND WHY YOU NEED THEM
I was asked the following question: “What exactly IS copy-editing?” Therefore today’s post focusses on copy-editing and the #greenflag of ensuring your written presentation looks professional and busi...
typewritetranscription.co.za
August 20, 2025 at 2:54 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
I'm proud to present this piece I wrote for international website #WomenOnBusiness about the message you put across in your own business.

www.womenonbusiness.com/10-positive-...
Positive Phrases to Use in Business
Words matter - in all aspects of life. The words you use when talking about your business are important. Replace negativity with these 10 phrases.
www.womenonbusiness.com
August 18, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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ladydiabolique.bsky.social
Another fantastic article about #ghosting found by @galaxybunny.bsky.social.

#relationships #emotionalabuse #interpersonalviolence #mentalhealth

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February 15, 2025 at 8:07 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
Please can someone explain #ghosting to me before I lose my mind? I posted about it on #LinkedIn, and it's too long to paste here, so here is the link to it, if you're interested in reading my thoughts and giving me some insight. www.linkedin.com/posts/typewr...
I am bemused by what seems to me the rather sudden lack of responsiveness by almost anyone? | Gaynor Paynter
I am bemused by what seems to me the rather sudden lack of responsiveness by almost anyone? It's so much a part of society that it has a name - ghosting. I've spent the last 30 minutes sending email...
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August 18, 2025 at 1:11 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
Been working hard on my website. Traffic is picking up. Green line: peer median, blue: me - so I'm a bit below, but am happy since my site was hacked and endless problems with my service provider. Our world is now dominated by online presence. We must be seen.
www.typewritetranscription.co.za.
August 16, 2025 at 3:45 PM
gaynorpaynter.bsky.social
I heard the news about increased unemploymen and closure of Mittel and yet - a modicum of economic growth. It might just be a good time to start a business.
#ThrowbackThursday
#BusinessSupportServices
#EntrepreneurThrowback
#SmallBusinessSupport
August 14, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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lseimpactblog.bsky.social
💥New: Are newsletters the new academic social media?

✍️ Deirdre Watchorn and Marion Schnelle @degruyterbrill.bsky.social

#AcademicSky #ScholComm #newsletters
Are newsletters the new academic social media? - Impact of Social Sciences
A new reports finds growing interest in more traditional and controlled forms of academic socialisation amongst early career researchers.
blogs.lse.ac.uk
August 14, 2025 at 10:41 AM