Need a content editor?
You’ve come to the right place.
I’m Lara Bastajian, the founder of Storyline Creatives Editorial. As a professional freelance editor, I have over 15 years of experience helping writers get their texts publication ready.
Clients who trust me with their content range from businesses and academics to public bodies and NGOs.
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Editorial services
From academic research and public-sector communications to technical content, I help organisations and individuals reach the right audiences. Get started by choosing your sector.
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Academics
Get the structural & linguistic review your research needs to be published — from monographs and journal articles to dissertations.
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NGO & public bodies
Maximise the reach & impact of your comms and research with content that’s accessible and engaging, without losing accuracy or nuance.
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Technical
Publish polished, SEO- and LLM-friendly blogs, guides, and more that speak to both dev and business audiences.
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About me
Ever spent so much time drafting and re-drafting that the result starts looking like word salad? Or maybe you’ve polished your text the best you can, but you need a second pair of eyes?
This is exactly what I love to do. I enjoy stress testing arguments, smoothing out uneven structure, and identifying exactly where a point needs to be unpacked or made more concise.
Backed by years of practice across a range of writing projects, I’m here to make your words work.
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Why Clients Stay:
Trust | Value | Responsibility
Portfolio
From monographs and peer-reviewed journal articles to technical blogs and communications campaigns, I’ve worked on almost every type of specialist publication. If it involves complex ideas, I’ve likely edited it.
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The End FGM E-Campus:
A European knowledge platform offering practical skills in supporting victims and survivors of FGM
See Project
What is IPsec:
What You Need to Know About Internet Protocol Security
See Project
Building with IoT sensors:
A developer's guide
See Project
Testimonials
The best part of my job is seeing clients publish with confidence. Here’s what a few have to say about our work together.
"Lara has a gift for narrative consistency. She finds the thread that makes a piece land, holds headlines to their promise, and remains cool when things get technical. At EveryDeveloper, she's improved everything she's touched."
Adam DuVander
Founder at EveryDeveloper
"Lara’s editorial skills are second to none and have been crucial in my publications. She not only edits for spelling, grammar, and consistency including publisher house style, but also makes sure that writing is as clear and accessible as possible."
Dr Clare Williams
Assistant Professor of Law, University of Birmingham
"I wish to extend my appreciation to Lara for not only her
dedication in editing the final draft but also for providing valuable and
constructive feedback."
Solmaz Yadollahi
Research Fellow at the Chair of Urban Management, BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
"It has been a real pleasure working with Lara. She combines professionalism and editorial expertise with excellent communication, always delivering high-quality manuscripts on time. Thanks to her meticulous attention to detail, my submissions have consistently required no further corrections from reviewers."
Aspasia Papadima
Associate Professor at the Department of Multimedia and Graphic Arts at Cyprus University of Technology
Ready to work with an editor?
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Prefer to talk the old-fashioned way?
Email me at hello@storylinecreatives.com.
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