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The Pocket Book of Proofreading
This is a guide to freelance proofreading and copy-editing, with examples of proof correction marks and exercises with corrections supplied.
Copyediting and Proofreading For Dummies
Turn your knack for language into a lucrative career Must-know techniques and resources for maximizing your accuracy and speed Interested in becoming a copyeditor or proofreader? Want to know more about what each job entails? This friendly guide helps you position yourself for success. Polish your skills, build a winning résumé and land the job you've always wanted. Books, magazines, Web sites, corporate documents - find out how to improve any type of publication and make yourself indispensable to writers, editors, and your boss. Balance between style and rules Master the art of the query Use proofreader symbols Edit and proof electronic documents Build a solid freelancing career
Making Sense of 'Show, Don't Tell'
This fiction-editing guide shows authors and editors how to recognize shown and told prose, and avoid unnecessary exposition. Louise Harnby, a fiction editor, writer and course developer, teaches you how to identify stylistic problems and craft solutions that weave showing and telling together, and understand why there's no place for 'don't tell' in strong writing. Topics include: Shown and told prose in different scenarios; the relevance of viewpoint; when exposition serves story and deepens character; and tools that help writers add texture.
How to Make a Living as a Freelance Proofreader
Dive into the world of freelance proofreading and transform your passion for words into a thriving business! "How to Make a Living as a Freelance Proofreader" is your comprehensive guide to launching, managing, and growing your very own freelance proofreading business from the ground up. Whether you're starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, this book is packed with expert advice, practical strategies, and insightful tips to help you succeed. Learn how to assess your readiness for the freelance lifestyle, master the art of proofreading, find your niche, and set up your business for long-term success. Discover proven techniques for attracting your ideal clients, building strong relationships, and creating a steady stream of work. Navigate the challenges of freelancing with ease, from handling difficult clients to maintaining a healthy work-life balance. With "How to Make a Living as a Freelance Proofreader," you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to make your mark in the world of freelance proofreading. Start your journey today and enjoy the flexibility, income potential, and satisfaction that come with being your own boss and making a difference one word at a time.
New Hart's Rules
'New Hart's Rules' is a brand-new text that brings the principles of the old text (first printed in 1893) into the 21st century, providing answers to questions of editorial style for a new generation of professionals.
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BUTTERFLY STORM
Is love enough? Contemporary women's fiction novel, The Butterfly Storm, set in Greece and on the north Norfolk coast, is a heartwarming story about relationships, family and belonging.
McGraw-Hill's Proofreading Handbook
Expert advice to perfect your proofreading skills McGraw-Hill’s Proofreading Handbook helps ensure that your documents are letter-perfect, every time. Veteran editor and proofreader Laura Anderson arms you with all the tools of the proofreader’s trade and walks you step-by-step through the entire proofreading process.
Business Planning for Editorial Freelancers
Are you thinking about starting a new editing or proofreading business? Written for those with no prior publishing or editorial experience, this practical guide takes new editorial freelancers, step by step, through the basics of planning their career. Chapters focus on why a business plan is necessary, the different aspects of editorial freelancing, training, client focus, getting experience, financial assessment, promotion, networking, tools for the job, and real-world case studies featuring new starters. Additional material includes tips from experienced practitioners that illustrate the tasks and learning goals discussed, as well as useful tools and resources. Published in association wi...
