Nicholas Widdows is a linguist, editor, proof-reader, and computer programmer living in London. He has an M.A. in linguistics from University College London and a B.Sc. in pure mathematics. His work has been with payroll, stockbroking, inventory control, purchasing, charities, military crimes investigation, and legal directories; both for the public sector and commercially.

Nicholas's speciality in editing is clarity and simplicity, making the text or program both easy to understand and easy to change. He has a precise eye for language, backed up by an extensive knowledge of many subjects.