Why Four Shore?

Writing is an art form but most people aren't artists.

Consider why people write. Most often, it's not for a love of writing but because they have a message to convey to an audience. Maybe it's the results of their research. Perhaps it's the way their company maximises profits for their clients. Possibly it's the human resources manager trying to fill a vacancy. Their expertise lie in the thing about which they are writing and not in the actual means of delivering the message. Writing good content is a skill that takes time to acquire; time that most people don't have.

Bad content will kill your message.

Recognising bad content isn't as simple as it might sound. Inaccurate and poorly constructed writing will frustrate the reader. Uninspiring and waffly writing will bore the reader. Irrelevant and inaccessible writing will confuse the reader. Grammatical and typographic errors will knock the sheen off even the most polished writing. If you've spent valuable time perfecting the design for your latest client's website or years of your life conducting research, make the most of it by ensuring your content is the very best it can be.

Spend more time doing what you do. Let Four Shore worry about the content.

It's all about balance. Four Shore recognises that there are myriad types of writing, each requiring a certain style and dialect. Each type of writing has different rules and the rules aren't always obvious. Four Shore applies a standard process to writing, a process that has developed over the years through many means: education and instruction, direct involvement in writing, and importantly, learning from mistakes.

Still with me?

If you've read this far, there's probably something with which I can help you. My name is Matt Thornton and I'm behind Four Shore. For a little over two years after university, I worked as a software developer, helping to design and develop a suite of applications for accountancy. As part of the job, I prepared specifications, wrote help manuals, and assisted users. In conjunction with my background in technical programming, I realised I had a natural ability for collating complex information and ideas and explaining them in simple language.

Why use Four Shore?

With Four Shore, you will receive a professional and personal service. I endeavour to cultivate an excellent working relationship with all my clients. My clients have full access to a variety of contact methods and I purposely keep my client list short so that I am highly available.

All work is covered by a guarantee and you can be as involved in the writing and editing process as is suitable for your needs. I can work autonomously or provide frequent updates.

I have a proven track-record in many forms of writing and editing which I am enhancing through continued education. A good place to start is to find out more about me, where I'll show you who I am and why I'm qualified to help you. Elsewhere, you'll find information on the types of writing I specialise in and the process I employ to transform your writing. Finally, I encourage you to request a free no obligation evaluation of your existing content, or contact me if I can provide you with any further information or help you in any way.

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