Don’t miss your chance to join us online for CIEP Conference 2026! Gain practical insights, hear from expert speakers & join live discussions exploring the ideas shaping the future of editorial work. Booking is open until 5pm BST on 28 August Book your place today: www.ciep.uk/events/ciep-...
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Writers, project managers, editors and proofreaders: Are you getting the clarity you need before a project begins? In her latest CIEP article, Louise Harnby explains why a clear editorial brief benefits everyone. www.ciep.uk/resource/wha...
What makes an editor truly indispensable in the age of AI? Join Andrea Tuzzolo to discover how curiosity, judgement and commercial awareness can help editors become trusted advisers. Join us online this September at the CIEP Conference 2026: www.ciep.uk/events/ciep-...
Secure your in-person CIEP Conference 2026 ticket before booking closes at 5pm BST Friday 24 July! If you’ve been thinking about joining us in Birmingham this 11 & 12 September, now’s the time to book: www.ciep.uk/events/ciep-...
Could your experience be someone else's breakthrough? 🎤 CIEP Conference 2026, 'How I handled…' sessions invite delegates in Birmingham or online to share lessons from a real editorial or business challenge. Proposals due 14 August: office@ciep.uk, or book your place: www.ciep.uk/events/ciep-...
Can AI edit effectively without understanding emotion? Louise Harnby examines why human editors remain essential for creating writing that truly connects with readers. Are you writing for humans? Then work with human editors: www.ciep.uk/resource/are...
Looking to diversify your editorial services? Coaching is becoming an increasingly valuable way to support authors beyond the edit while creating new opportunities for your business. Join Aimee Walker for this practical virtual learning course: www.ciep.uk/events/event...
Feeling pulled in too many directions? Learn practical ways to prioritise, focus on what matters most, and support both your business and wellbeing. Join us for 'How to conquer editorial business overwhelm with the MARKUP Method'. In-person booking closes 24 July: www.ciep.uk/events/ciep-...
Communicate editorial feedback that is heard, understood and acted on. Learn how people respond to feedback and build stronger relationships with clients, authors and colleagues. 📅 23 and 30 June 2026 🕙 10.00am–11.30am BST 🎤 Deborah Hulme Book your place: www.ciep.uk/events/event...
Unsure whether Making Tax Digital will affect you? Join next week's webinar to understand what’s changing, who it applies to, and what you need to do to prepare. Gain practical guidance from chartered accountant Andrea Tuzzolo. 📅 19 June | 2.00pm–3.45pm BST Book now: www.ciep.uk/events/event...
What are readers looking for from books today? How are publishers and authors responding? Join Phoebe Morgan, Executive Publisher at Simon & Schuster, for insights into the trends shaping publishing, reader expectations and editorial services. 3 July | 2pm–3pm BST Book: www.ciep.uk/events/event...
Meet Lisa Robertson, a freelance editor specialising in clear health information and patient communications. In our latest member interview, she shares how she built a fulfilling editorial career on her own terms and found a specialism she's passionate about. www.ciep.uk/resource/mee...
What does it mean to future-proof the editorial profession? Our first CIEP Roundtable brought together editorial professionals from across the profession to discuss perception, value, client expectations and AI. Read the key insights: www.ciep.uk/resource/cie...
What does it take to build successful relationships with in-house editorial teams? Danny Ratnaike from Alzheimer’s Society shares practical advice for freelancers, from understanding organisational priorities to demonstrating your value and expertise: www.ciep.uk/resource/int...
Join us for 'From editor to adviser: How to read what the client isn't saying' with Nikki Laine. Discover how looking beyond the words on the page can help you build stronger client relationships and become a more strategic editorial partner. 🔗 www.ciep.uk/events/ciep-... #CIEP2026
Unsure whether Making Tax Digital applies to you or your business? This webinar will explain what's changing, what you need to do and how to prepare. Led by chartered accountant Andrea Tuzzolo, with 20+ years' experience in finance. 📅 19 June | 2.00pm–3.45pm BST Book: www.ciep.uk/events/event...
Writers know what they want to say. Editors and proofreaders help ensure readers understand it as intended. They bring an independent perspective, helping writing communicate clearly and effectively. Find editorial support: www.ciep.uk/directory.html
From newsroom reporter to fiction editor and CIEP tutor, John Romans shares his editorial journey, passion for supporting writers and student-first approach to learning. Read John’s story and discover the people behind CIEP training: www.ciep.uk/resource/mee...
Ever had carefully written feedback misunderstood? Explore how tone, framing & communication style influence how feedback is received. Communication for Editorial Professionals: Using Neuroscience to Improve Clarity and Impact, 23 & 30 June | 10.00am–11.30am BST www.ciep.uk/events/event...
Editors and proofreaders help strengthen clarity, structure and flow while respecting your voice, tone and intent. Find editorial support that works with your writing, not against it: www.ciep.uk/directory.html
More authors are looking for personalised support throughout the writing process. Explore how coaching can complement your editorial services and help you support fiction authors more collaboratively. Virtual learning course: Coaching Skills for Fiction Editors www.ciep.uk/events/event...
Romance is one of publishing’s biggest genres & readers have strong expectations around pacing, character dynamics and emotional payoff. Learn the specialist editorial skills romance authors and readers expect in our Editing Romance Fiction virtual learning course: www.ciep.uk/events/event...
Clear communication can strengthen trust, reduce defensiveness and improve editorial relationships. Explore how neuroscience can help you deliver feedback more effectively in this two-part online course with Deborah Hulme. 23 & 30 June 2026 www.ciep.uk/events/event...
Thinking about a career in copyediting or looking to formalise your skills? Our core Copyediting 1: Introduction online course is designed to help you build confidence in professional copyediting practice, workflows & decision-making. 3, 10, 17 & 24 June, 1 July 2026 www.ciep.uk/events/event...
Book your place at the CIEP Conference 2026 🎉 Join us in in-person or online on 11–12 September for More than words: The evolving role of the editorial professional – with practical sessions, fresh perspectives & time to connect. Book now with 10% early-bird discount: www.ciep.uk/events/ciep-...
There’s still time to join our Introduction to Fiction Developmental Editing course with Aki Schilz. Learn how to assess narrative, voice and structure, understand the role, and approach fiction editing with confidence. Book now: www.ciep.uk/events/event...
Spending too long on one edit? Learn practical strategies to work more efficiently without compromising your judgement. Focus your time, plan your edits and adapt your approach. Efficient Editing: Strategies and Tactics 7, 14, 21 & 28 May | 10am–12pm BST www.ciep.uk/events/event...
You don’t need to know the terminology. Editors and proofreaders assess your work, understand your goals and guide you to the right support. Find the right professional for your project: www.ciep.uk/directory.html
AI is becoming part of editorial practice – but what does that mean for copyright and risk? Join this webinar to explore key issues, responsibilities & practical considerations for editors working with AI. AI, Copyright and Editorial Considerations 23 April, 2–3pm BST: www.ciep.uk/events/event...