Paul Martin

Testimonials

Paul has been my editor on a number of GCSE History titles and his attention to detail, historical knowledge and (most importantly) ability to skilfully improve my work without making me feel too inept about my errors are second to none. I always know my work will be far better for having been edited by Paul.

Author, Edexcel GCSE and KS3 History

I worked with Paul in-house for many years so when it came to publishing our new International GCSE History series, his name was top of my list for freelancers. His years of experience of development editing, copy-editing and proofreading, combined with his passion for and knowledge of the subject meant that I knew the project would be in great hands. He comes highly recommended.

Commissioning Editor, Pearson iGCSE History

I must say, this was a master copy-edit and [we] are very grateful for your efforts with our text.

Author, Wearset academic text, Taylor & Francis

Paul was an excellent development editor... well organised and always quick to respond, working at short notice to tight deadlines to a high standard. He was thorough and professional in all areas, including retroactive standardisation of different authors and historical fact-checking and research. In addition, Paul was always enthusiastic and extremely accommodating - it was a pleasure working with him and I would highly recommend him.

Project Lead, Historical Association

Paul was very meticulous and definitely improved the accuracy and readability of my book. Excellent lines of communication from the start. Paul was always very clear on what was needed from me and would also check that I was okay with certain suggestions. A joy to work with! Would thoroughly recommend Paul!

Author, Wearset academic text, Taylor & Francis

I’m very happy with how thoroughly you’ve gone through the text, and with how much attention you have also given to the bibliography, in which there were quite a few mistakes on my part. Your approach has been very thorough and consistent throughout, and the text has been much improved by your work.

Author, Wearset academic text, Taylor & Francis

Paul edited my text thoroughly and made suggestions and corrections that were very pertinent and helpful. On top of that, he later offered further suggestions on how to improve the manuscript. I valued his comments and the manuscript became considerably better for it.

After a while he contacted me and put me in touch with a very good publisher. I sent a few chapters to the publisher, they accepted the manuscript, I signed the contract with them and the process of having my memoir in print has started.  Paul did for me much more than just copy-editing work.

Independent author, memoir

I would like to thank you for making such a masterly job of editing such a huge manuscript and at warp speed. Although the majority was copy-editing, you helpfully identified important oversights and lapses of continuity in the process... you also made valuable suggestions for two problem areas in my manuscript. I'm very happy to give my recommendations for your service.

Independent novelist

Paul provides a thorough and insightful development edit. He is particularly excellent at picking out key character details and ensuring consistency of story. He has a keen sense for story and a good knowledge of the fantasy genre and historical insight helps him make insightful recommendations for improvements for my historic-inspired fantasy. Particularly helpful is his attention to the language and developing writing to a higher standard by eliminating repetition and bland descriptors. Overall my novel was much stronger for the diligent and insightful editing Paul employed.

Independent novelist

[Y]ou have done a fantastic job. These look so, so, SO much better, and you write beautifully... A very big thank you!

Freelance publisher, KS4 History development ghost write

Paul has recently worked with me as both an author and a development editor, bringing his extensive experience as an editor to his authoring and his creative experience as an author to his editing. He's a fantastic communicator, keeping everything on track and digging in to ensure the manuscripts meet the brief. I've really enjoyed getting to know him during our catch-ups too, and hope we get to work together again soon.

Freelance publisher, History revision guides

Paul has a very professional attitude towards his work, combined with a friendly and approachable personality. He has always met any deadlines given, using initiative and experience to make suggestions and improvements, especially when under tight time pressures.

Paul has an excellent eye for detail, alongside a very in-depth grasp of  language, spelling and grammar, which obviously demonstrates a love of, and feel for, the English language. He has constantly demonstrated his ability to get ‘up-to-speed’ quickly with new projects/style guides/editorial voices, whilst also helping to fill any gaps or contradictions with his own, rich professional experience.

I would definitely recommend Paul as an experienced editor, development editor or copy editor for any project.

Freelance editorial project manager, secondary education