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Wonderful to work with you Nathan! And thanks for thinking of me when you received it in the hardcopy form.

I completed my first master’s dissertation this year and it was nerve wrecking to say the least. I enlisted the services of Tanya from Thursday Cat Media to assist me with my editing. To say that I was blown away by her incredible talent at what she does is an understatement. Tanya was wonderful with providing me with constructive feedback and super efficient with the editing of my paper. I am grateful for your service,

attention to detail and meticulous eye for detail. Thank you Tanya, you made me feel super confident about submitting my paper. You are a rock star!

Tina Arunajalam

Thank you for all your recommendations, Tina. You made my day and my year. Blushing madly. I hope you are signing up for a doctorate proposal this year – your work is needed and fascinating.

The road to a master’s degree is intimidating but certainly not lonely. Tanya is passionate beyond measure, an inspiring individual with a generous heart for sharing knowledge and providing tools. Thank you, I look forward to this “chapter”.

Morné du Toit
Ex lecturer, now Film Studies master’s student

Your questions made the fun we had. Thank you.

In the intricate realm of language and literature, one name shines brightly, illuminating the path to refined communication and scholarly excellence: Tanya Pretorius. Her editorial prowess, coupled with an immense reservoir of kindness and a boundless willingness to assist, makes her a guiding star for those fortunate enough to cross her professional path.

Tanya’s name has become synonymous with excellence, and her door is always open, both figuratively and metaphorically, to anyone seeking her invaluable expertise. She is the editor who doesn’t merely correct grammatical errors and fine-tune language; she dives deep into the labyrinth of words, paving a smooth and coherent road for your thoughts to travel.

But Tanya’s exceptional qualities extend far beyond her role as an editor. She goes the extra mile without hesitation, always striving to enhance the quality of the work she touches. Her dedication is not limited to a mere “spell-check and grammar fix,” but rather a holistic commitment to improving your work, be it a proposal, a research paper, or any written material.

I had the privilege of working with Tanya on my proposal submission, and I can confidently attest that her contribution was transformative. With her skilled hand, she unravelled the complexities of my thoughts, helping me to articulate my ideas with clarity and eloquence. Tanya didn’t just edit; she elevated my work.

But her generosity doesn’t stop at text alone. Tanya also played a significant role in helping me organize and clean up my Mendeley library. Her willingness to assist extends to every aspect of the research process, making it evident that her dedication to your success is wholehearted and boundless.

In Tanya, I found a mentor, a friend, and an ally in my academic journey. Her contributions are immeasurable, and the value she adds to the research process is beyond quantification. With her by your side, you’re not just getting an editor; you’re gaining a partner who understands the nuances of language, the depth of your ideas, and the importance of your success.

In the vast universe of editors, Tanya Pretorius stands as a shining constellation, guiding scholars, and wordsmiths toward brilliance. Her work is a testament to her dedication, and her kindness is the beacon that beckons us forward. To work with Tanya is to embark on a transformative journey, where words become art, and ideas find their wings. I am profoundly grateful to have Tanya as my editor and my inspiration.

Anre Fourie
Academic Section Head & Lecturer

Gosh, a winggrrl who delivers big in so many way. Thank you. I expected two lines and you showed your go-big ways again. I owe you.

Thanks for the edited version, I look forward to working on it, especially after our meeting. Your words were so encouraging and inspired me to do even more.

Thank you so much.
Let’s keep in touch.

The inspiration is mutual, deeply mutual. Respect.

Tanya taught me how to write more concisely. I learnt how to break up long sentences so that the reader can follow my argument more easily. Tanya made me aware of my habit of interrupting sentences and showed me how to put additional information at the beginning or end of a sentence.

Tanya is particularly helpful with Microsoft Word. Tanya taught me how to use the a point and click technique to find stuff in large documents, how to format headings and how to integrate digital referencing managers like Mendeley with MS Word.

Hesti Wade
Part-time lecturer

Thank you for always being my ardent supporter, you have been there for me!

Thank you for your amazing assistance and the excellent advice you have given me over the years. You taught me how to use the technology to organise my thoughts with one of the most helpful tools, and generateing-ideas brainstorming techniques you provided. Aside from Mendeley digital referencing app, where I need practice, I value the knowledge I have gained on how to structure my sentences so that my tone/voice is understood and my research arguments are straightforward to follow.

I have not listed everything there is to list, such as punctuations, how to start a sentence, which terms to use etc. The aforementioned items, however, are at the top of my list.

Clifford Moleko
Junior Lecturer Interior Design and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Coordinator

Wow, you are a machine Tanya! I’ve been up since 3 working … your structuring has allowed for my thinking to flow and formulate a better, clearer, and more professional essay … I’m so grateful I took the chance to ask for your assistance … You have no idea how much you have assisted me with this …🙏🏼

Sandra Greef
Art therapist

Gosh. Thank you for saying that. And I had the same experience! I am in Flow thanks to working with your work. Just reading is so disengaging. But when editing I really engage. Fruitful collaborations!

Two issues stand out about your work. Both are unique and surpass the work of any editor/proofreader that I have worked with in my career.

The first is the detailed ‘grammar lessons’ that accompany your suggestions in the text. I have encountered only one editor that does something similar but not in your format. I would describe your format as a ‘collegial get your bum off your seat’; it’s motivating and makes one sit up and take notice.

The second issue is that you send students back if they have not even done the minimum – I love that – you are not here to write for them. Students must at least do their own basic spelling and grammar checks and proofread their work before submitting it to your office.

Rudi de Lange
Professor Emeritus

I asked for a list of things that the students were finding useful about my work, and I got high praise from respected colleagues. Thanks Rudi, I can’t tell you how much this means to me.

I would say your astute editing transformed my draft into a polished gem, skilfully enhancing clarity and flow of my articles. Your keen eye caught nuanced inconsistencies, ensuring a seamless narrative in most of my published articles. Your invaluable input breathed life into my character and elevated my emotional resonance. To be honest, Tanya, you’re the secret weapon every writer dreams of!

Your guidance has been transformative. You have taught me to dissect complex concepts with precision, and your mentorship has instilled a profound confidence in engaging in scholarly discourse. I have progressed from struggling with grammar and constructing arguments to confidently executing them with minimal supervision.

Thank you for being a beacon of knowledge and support.

Sakhiseni Yende
Research Methodology Lecturer

Please don’t keep the secret Sakhi, please let everyone know : )