Inksight Studio
Professional English-Focused Services
Inksight Studio offers editing, content creation, translation, and website design services ideal for authors, entrepreneurs, and businesses who value high-quality content.
Client Testimonials
This was my very first attempt at writing a novel, and Simoné was a truly great source of information and advice. I focused on grammar and sentence structure, and she helped me edit my entire novel without ever making me feel like a newbie. Her suggestions were clear and easy to apply, and they significantly improved my work. In addition to grammar, her insights on pacing and scene structure helped strengthen the story, clarify the timeline, and ensure consistency throughout the plot. I loved working with her and look forward to doing so again in the future.
George Prins
Author
Simoné had a sharp eye for detail and was always on time with her edits. I’m also impressed with how she handled unexpected changes and offered additional suggestions and support while editing my thesis. I would recommend her to anyone and will definitely be using her services again!
Lindie Botes
Internet Personality
Thoroughly scrutinised my work and swiftly responded with her suggestions. Her rates are very reasonable. I would recommend her services to any aspirant author.
Mike Orr
Poet
Working with Simoné is always a pleasure. She is highly capable and professional, having delivered excellent results for each project I have commissioned from her, often exceeding my expectations. Being passionate and quality-driven, she has become my go-to English language specialist. I highly recommend using her for any proofreading, copyediting, translation, and writing needs.
Nicolene Rautenbach
Publisher
Simoné de Frey from Inksight Studio does weekly translation and editing work for my environmental education lessons. Her work is of high quality. She has a sharp eye and a very good work ethic. She is also punctual with her deadlines. I can recommend her with the greatest confidence for any editing work.
Liza de Frey
CEO, Nature Kids
5-star service; would highly recommend.
We had the pleasure of working with Simone de Frey, who wrote the blogs and crafted all the website copy for Naka Lodge, and we couldn’t be more impressed with her work. From the outset, Simone took the time to understand our brand, our vision, and our audience, translating that into clear, engaging, authentic, and informative content that truly resonates with our guests.
Harry Karamichael
CEO, Naka Lodge
It is with immense pleasure that I recommend Ms Simone de Frey for her exceptional work in the design, development, and maintenance of our company website. Ms de Frey’s service to Green Environmental Consulting has been nothing short of outstanding. Ms de Frey is not only a highly competent web professional but also possesses work ethics that we recommend without reservation. She is professional, highly responsive, proactive, and committed to delivering work of the highest standard.
Pieter Colyn
CEO, Green Environmental SA
Inksight Studio delivered exceptional transcription services for our arbitration proceedings, accurately converting complex WhatsApp voice notes into clear, legally formatted text. Their professionalism, confidentiality, and fast turnaround made a significant difference in our case preparation. Highly recommended for any legal or technical transcription work.
Henno Engelbrecht
Director, Eco Elementum
Let Your Writing Shine
Free up some time from doing all the writing, editing, translating, and/or designing yourself.
- Have your manuscript polished and prepared for publishing by a dedicated editor.
- Partner with a passionate writer to bring your fiction or non-fiction idea to life.
- Enjoy a professional and engaging website as the foundation for your business.
- Translate your message across multiple languages for a broader reach.
- Ensure guest satisfaction with complete and accessible guest copy.
Inksight Studio gives your work the professional attention it deserves. We specialise in:
Creative Writing
Whether you are refining your manuscript for self-publication or preparing to submit it to an agent or publisher, Inksight Studio can ensure your work is polished and professional.
We offer three levels of editing for you to choose from, addressing your specific editing needs, as well as multiple retainers designed to support authors throughout the writing and publishing process.
Fiction Genres We Work In:
- Fantasy & Sci-Fi
- History
- Mystery
- Crime/Thriller
- Young Adult
- Romance
- Christian
Non-Fiction Genres We Work In:
- Christian
- History
- Inspirational & Motivational
- Biography, Autobiography, & Memoirs
- Hobby Guides
- Travel Guides & Narratives
- True Crime
Luxury Brands
At Inksight Studio, words are not just letters used to carry over a message—they paint a picture meant to resonate with your ideal clientele.
We are dedicated to capturing your vision for your brand in a way that inspires others as much as it inspires you.
We Cater to Luxury Brands In:
- Hospitality
- Jewellery
- Vineyards
- Fashion
- Beauty
Environmental Organisations
Nature holds a special place in our hearts. The beautiful and perfect way nature fits together is a source of inspiration to us and generations to come.
That’s why we help organisations that support sustainable practices to create awareness of and foster appreciation for our natural environment.
We Support Environmental Awareness In:
- Biodiversity & Species Protection
- Natural Resource Conservation
- Environmental Education
- Sustainable Practices
- Wildlife Tourism
Get Started Today With a Free
- edit of your first manuscript chapter or short-content paragraph.
- review of your three main website pages, with suggestions.
- consultation to discuss your project and requirements.
Top Per-Hour Services
Inksight Studio offers a range of per-hour services to address your content and design needs. Our services include three types of editing, content creation, Afrikaans/Spanish-to-English translation, and website design. Whatever you need, let us find the ideal way to assist you. Find the service you need most and contact us to set your project in motion today!
Top Retainer Packages
For those who have long-term projects and value building a relationship of trust with their business partners, we also have many retainer packages. Each retainer is tailored to your needs and values open communication, individual voice, and professional excellence. Choose which contract suits you and start building a lasting relationship with a company that prioritises you.
What is Inksight Studio?
Communication is crucial to success.
Whether you are a creative writer, a dedicated visionary, or an ambitious business, the key to your success lies in your communication skills. The quality of your language, the clarity of your content, and the extent of your reach will impact how well people understand your vision and mission.
At Inksight Studio, we value clear and effective communication and strive to help you deliver your message.
Fact-to-Fiction Courses
Coming in 2026
Expand your knowledge with factual insights presented by specialists from various industries, and learn how to apply these new insights to enrich your writing. The courses will include:
Expert-led, pre-recorded lessons
Genre-specific insights
Practical writing tools & resources
Real feedback from industry specialists
If you would like to indicate your interest and share your opinion on our Fact-to-Fiction courses, please feel free to fill in this short survey. Stay up to date with our progress and behind-the-scenes content by subscribing to our newsletter.
Meet S. M. de Frey
Lose yourself in new worlds of mystery and intrigue, love and community, history and fantasy as you explore S. M. de Frey’s novels and short stories. Follow her progress and learn more about her thoughts and life as an author through her blog posts by visiting her website.