EPANI has two main aims:
We have an online discussion group where we share information and advice, and we meet up once a quarter in Belfast (usually on a weekday morning). Keep an eye on our News section for the date of our next meeting.
If you’re interested in becoming a proofreader or an editor, have a look at our Career Advice page. If you want to know more about EPANI and would like to come along to a meeting, drop us an email.
EPANI directory
The EPANI directory is intended to help publishers and authors/writers source the right editorial freelancer for their project and aims to reflect a high professional standard. So while anyone can apply to be listed, not everyone will be accepted. There is also a small annual fee, currently £25.
To be listed in the directory, you should meet the following conditions:
In addition, you should:
or:
We are happy to consider applicants with unusual career paths, so if you’re in doubt about your training or previous experience, please ask. If you would like to apply for a listing in the directory or want further information, email us for an application form.
EPANI is an initiative founded and administered by Averill Buchanan, and supported in a voluntary consultative capacity by colleagues in the alliance.