Some of the things i do for names is to look at foriegn language names, like Japanese or Gaelic. They can provide a good base for names. Another way is for me to delve into my old AD&D books if i am working on a Scifi/Fantasy tale...
As for proofreading, i could use any and all help/advice i can geti usually sit on a finished piece a week or so rereading it before posting.....
Storm (rob)