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Do you want an award-winning editor on your team?

Would you like to relax knowing that an expert grammarian has your back?

Do you want to send your copy into the world with complete confidence and peace of mind?

 

BUT WAIT – there’s more

 

I’m also an accomplished, widely published writer.

So when you hire me to write or edit you get two services in one.

I create sparkling, error-free copy that’s primed and ready to turn readers into customers.

I work wonders with words

As a writer, I’m an expert in translating complex content into easy-to-read language.

As an editor, I’ve signed off on high-budget projects that have won national publishing awards.

I’m the professional you want on your team.

  • I listen to you.
  • I’m easy to work with.
  • I cover a lot of ground in a short time and deliver polished error-free copy.
  • I write regularly for one of Australia’s leading medical colleges.
  • I edit reports, courses and books for Australia’s leading universities.
  • I write, edit and polish content for Australia’s top companies.
  • I ghostwrite for CEOs and leading professionals – or I work with them to hone and strengthen their writing.

 

Download my free Editorial Style Guide

Good writing isn’t just about spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Yet, consistency in the way these three elements are managed is a vital component of  high-quality content.

A style guide is an essential tool used by professional writers and editors to achieve that consistency.

If you don’t already have a style guide, download the Textshop Editorial Style Guide and make it your own.

Copy it, reproduce it, share it. It’s been written for you.

Never want to make spelling or style errors again? 
Our free ebook will help you write and edit 
like a professional.

A few of my happy clients

Here's what they're saying about Textshop

“Sharon excels at translating complex technical content into an easy-to-read format that is understood by broader audiences. The quality and depth of Sharon’s articles and editorials, along with her SEO and lead generation, are excellent.”

Silvana Nigrinis, Group Marketing Manager, Spray Nozzle Engineering

“Sharon is a fantastic editor. She is fast, determined and confidently came onboard my publication project to work to an existing deadline … I am very grateful to Sharon who helped me to communicate my ideas clearly and creatively, and to appeal directly to my audience.”

Dr Natalia Grincheva, Research Fellow, The University of Melbourne

“Sharon Lapkin is the most talented and hardworking editor I have met in more than two decades in corporate communications. No matter how intricate the project or how tight the deadline, Sharon delivers.”

Rebecca Austin, Acting Senior Manager, Australian Financial Complaints Authority

“Textshop is my ‘go-to place’ for editorial and proofreading work. Sharon is approachable, extremely knowledgeable, very reliable and responsive.”

Simone Gottsche, Operations Manager, Learning Design and Development, Keypath Education

“We’ve worked with Sharon at Textshop for several years now. Sharon has always provided Twelve Creative with exceptional editing and proofreading services.”

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Meagan Ward, Account Director, Twelve Creative