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Professional writing services by Dr Alison Raby
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An experienced proofreader and copy editor, I have a master's degree in Applied Linguistics and currently teach Business Communication at a UK university. My areas of expertise are Business Communication and Academic Writing. I have completed a PhD (Prof) in Education and have academic papers published. A native speaker of English, I have completed proofreading and copy editing assignments for companies in Poland, having lived there for around 15 years. I have spent most of my career so far working with international students, particularly from Poland, South-East Asia and the Middle East.
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“Alison proofread my EdD thesis. Her attention to detail is great and her suggestions and improvements made such a difference to my final thesis. She is quick and efficient, a great communicator; I cannot recommend Alison highly enough. She is reasonably priced too.”
Dionne, EdD candidate
"Alison is my go-to for proofreading work within my business; she is highly skilled, efficient & I can always trust that everything is done to an extremely high standard! 100% recommend."
Sarah Elisabeth Health https://www.sarah-elisabeth.co.uk/
“I highly recommend Alison Raby for her exceptional proofreading and editing services, particularly in the areas of research and academic papers. With her expertise and keen eye for detail, she consistently delivers work of the highest standard, ensuring that each document is polished and meticulously refined. Her approach to editing goes beyond just correcting grammatical errors; she is adept at improving clarity, coherence, and overall readability, making her an invaluable resource for anyone looking to enhance the quality of their written work.
Alison’s dedication and professionalism are evident in every project she takes on. She consistently meets deadlines and often delivers even earlier than expected, never compromising on quality. I have benefited from her clear communication, constructive feedback, and supportive approach, all of which create a seamless and positive editing process. Her attention to detail, coupled with her in-depth understanding of academic standards and research requirements, makes her especially effective in editing scholarly work.
Working with Alison has been a pleasure, and I am confident in her ability to exceed expectations for any proofreading or editing needs. She brings precision, reliability, and genuine passion to every project, ensuring I feel supported and confident in my work. For anyone looking to enhance their research papers, dissertations, or academic publications, I wholeheartedly recommend Alison as an exceptional and trustworthy professional.”
Dr Chigozie Chukwu
ACADEMICS
Do you have a paper for publication you’d like checked over before you submit?
Students
Do you want to make sure your work is of the highest standard it can be?
I will professionally proofread your work and correct any grammatical/spelling errors. I’ll also add comments and make suggestions on how you can improve your own work, while respecting your voice and ideas. I won’t do anything that constitutes plagiarism, so your work will be all yours, just the best it can be!
Businesses
Need help writing for your website, brochures, product descriptions?
Writing for a global audience?
There are around 1.35 billion speakers of English around the world (statista.com), and many of these speak English as a second or subsequent language, using it to communicate with professionals around the world (English as a Lingua Franca).
As a teacher of global business communication, I can help you to make sure your English is appropriate for a global audience.
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