About Leah — Academic Copy Editor & Proofreader
I’m Leah, a freelance academic copy editor and proofreader who helps writers strengthen clarity, cohesion, and correctness without altering their voice or intent.
My work supports students, researchers, and professionals who want their ideas to be evaluated on their merits—not obscured by language, structure, or formatting issues.
I regularly work with the Chicago Manual of Style, APA Style, and the Associated Press Stylebook, and I adapt easily to house styles and discipline‑specific guidelines.
I do not write or rewrite research. My work remains at the language and structure level, and all edits are delivered with transparent, tracked changes so you remain fully in control.
I also treat all client work as strictly confidential. Documents are used solely for editing and proofreading purposes and are never shared, reproduced, or disclosed without your permission.
Want to see service options? Explore copy editing, proofreading, or full editing.
Credentials and Certifications
- GCP / ICH‑GCP (ICH‑E6) — Certified
- TCPS 2: Core (2022) — Certified
- Copy Editing & Proofreading — Certified
- Literature Review Methods — Certified
- Data Entry in Excel & Access — Certified
These certifications support work in academic and research-focused documents, with an emphasis on clarity, structure, and ethical editing practices.
Working Style
How I approach editing
- Ethical, clarity‑driven review
- Respect for author voice and intent
- Attention to structure, flow, and consistency
What to expect
- Tracked, transparent changes
- Clear communication throughout
- Careful, unrushed review