LANGUAGE SIMPLIFIED

Editing and Proofreading

Clear, effective writing matters – whether it’s a paragraph, thesis, article, manual, or a full-length book. I’ll work with you to ensure your message is delivered with clarity, accuracy, and purpose.

I regularly work in both British and American English, and I’m comfortable adapting to your preferred style guide: CMS, APA, Oxford, Guardian, or a custom in-house style.

Document types I edit and proofread include:

• Novels and nonfiction manuscripts

• Academic theses and dissertations

• Peer-reviewed research (medicine, sociology, psychology)

• Magazine features and columns

• Technical documentation and training manuals

• Bid proposals and business reports

• Audiobook scripts and promotional content

Italian to English Translation and Localisation

I’ve translated from Italian into English professionally since 2006, working with a wide range of text types and clients. I specialise in translations that are accurate, natural, and audience-focused.

My translation experience includes:

• Novels and biographies

• Academic and scientific research

• Museum and gallery guides

• Marketing materials and websites

Localisation projects include software and apps for:

• Project and site management

• Asset maintenance and accessibility

• Business and productivity tools

Clients have included multiple software companies in the Veneto region. I can work to your existing terminology preferences or style guides, and I provide collaborative check-ins during large or technical projects.

Rates vary by project type, volume, and urgency. Contact me for a free, no-obligation quote.

Email: mike@languagesimplified.com
Phone: +49 176 826 98388

Professional Writing

As a writer, I combine clarity and purpose with audience sensitivity—whether I’m summarising complex ideas or crafting marketing copy.

Since 2021, I’ve written nonfiction summaries for Blinkist, combining traditional research methods with advanced AI prompting. Since 2008, I’ve also written a monthly international magazine column focused on charitable initiatives around the world.

Additional writing experience includes:

• Bid documents and software release notes

• Marketing and sales copy

• Training materials and guides

• Role-playing game reviews and modules

• Blog features on Italian culture and emerging music

• Full editorial production for a West Yorkshire “What’s On” guide (1993–94)

I also produce content for other writers, including editorial revision, narration planning, and audio coordination.

Contact me to explore how I can help bring your project to life.

Email: mike@languagesimplified.com
Phone: +49 176 826 98388

"Our software had moved on since the last time we had had the manual translated. We needed sections to be written to cover new functionality, and older sections revised to take into account changes. The project was managed professionally off-site with weekly meetings to discuss software functionality and any queries which had arisen. We were very satisfied with the results and renewed the contract several times."

- FZ, Software Company, Padova, Italy.

"I worked with Mike at Steria undertaking several pre-sales campaigns, developing documents and engaging prospective clients. I found him to be hardworking and innovative. I can see that his experience has taken him to new avenues and his skills, in the use of the English language, has opened up opportunities. I found Mike easy to work with and I wish him every success in his business development."

- IF, Senior Project Manager.

Additional references available on request.