Should I hire a freelance proofreader or use an agency?
You’re really busy producing a lot of great content for your website or blog, aren’t you? But you’ve got a niggling feeling that you’re not
March 23, 2017
THE EDITING ESSENTIALS BLOG
Being a proofreader is not about being ‘a bit OCD’
BEING PRECISE IS NOT OCD There are plenty of qualities a proofreader or editor is praised for: Attention to detail. Precision. Thoroughness. Consistency. Order. All positive traits, and
March 13, 2017
The Apprentice: proofreading isn’t just about the words
It’s happened again. For the second time in this series, BBC’s The Apprentice has provided me with the perfect example of how a proofreader can save
December 9, 2016
The Apprentice: Spotting the spelling error in your marketing copy
The spelling error that went all over social media Did you see The Apprentice on BBC1 this week? Apart from all the usual misplaced confidence, disastrous
November 4, 2016
What is a style sheet, and do I need one?
What is a style sheet? A style sheet, or style guide, is a reference document you create to apply consistency to your writing. Whether you
August 11, 2016
Does my self-published book need a copyeditor or a proofreader?
If you’re planning on self-publishing your book you probably already know that it will need some help from a copyeditor or proofreader to prepare it
July 30, 2016
How much will it cost to edit my book?
It probably won’t surprise you much to hear me say …It depends.There are so many variables to take into consideration that it’s unlikely anyone will
July 26, 2016
How much does a proofreader cost?
How much does a proofreader cost? It probably won’t surprise you much to hear me say … It depends. There are so many variables to
July 26, 2016
The Editor's Note
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