Category Archives: My life as an editor

This year kicked off at a cracking pace… and somehow stayed there despite quite a lot of travel (including the absolute privilege of two overseas trips and a handful of local ones). The year began strong, with busy editing days and a steady stream of work. Proof, if any were needed, that laptops and Wi-Fi…

As an editor, I spend most of my days fine-tuning words behind a screen—chasing clarity, consistency, and rhythm in English prose. I was recently lucky enough to take two international trips, hence the long silence since my last post… Now, I am not ashamed to admit that language is not the first thing I think…

I’ve been quiet over the past few months, soaking up the South African holiday festivities while also making the most of the international peak editing season. With love in the air and a temporary lull in projects, it feels like the perfect time to reflect on what gets me out of bed (and what keeps…