Hello, welcome to

Proofreader  |  Copyeditor  |  Virtual Assistant

Helping you focus on what you do best.

Hello, welcome to

Proofreader  |  Copyeditor  |  Virtual Assistant

Helping you focus on what you do best.

virtual reality

noun

A computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical way.

virtual assistant

noun

Someone who creates extra time for you by taking care of tasks you can’t do, won't do, don’t do, or shouldn’t do.

I’m Penny. Welcome to Gemini Virtual.

With more than 25 years as a “company-based Personal Assistant”, in small businesses and large organisations, in the shiny corporate world and in academia (over 20 years in the University of Oxford, in one guise or another), I took redundancy in September 2018 when my then-boss decided that he didn’t need a full-time PA.


After six-plus months of looking for the “right” job, not just a job for “right now”, and after lots of research, I decided to start my own business after meeting a Virtual Assistant at a recruitment agency event. A half-hour after I made that first life-changing decision, I made another – I could finally get my own dog! I officially launched in September 2019 and adopted a rescued lurcher, Bella, the following month.

Me and the boss…

But nothing ever stays the same, though – how boring would it be if it did?


Now, over half my clients are asking me to turn my "forensic eyes and laser focus" to their written words, to proofread or copyedit their documents – books (both fiction and non-fiction), reports for intergovernmental institutions, theses, and website copy (and a mate’s blog).


I love the English Language – and I know how it should read and look. As one of my clients says, I make words sing!


I can edit your words to make them flow, make suggestions to improve your copy, or just give them the once-over to make sure everything is as it should be. Ultimately, it’s your choice as to how much rein you give this Crazy Red Pen Lady.


So, whilst I still enjoy the traditional role and tasks as a freelance PA – making your life as easy as possible and making you look as good as possible – I can also help YOUR words sing.


I’m based in South Oxfordshire, I love dogs (see above!), the Scottish Highlands, classical music, reading (obviously) and baking.


I love organising people, too! If you think you could benefit from my years of experience, do get in touch for an informal chat.

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