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Freelance Proofreading and Copy-editing: A Guide
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Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #23154 in Books
- Published on: 1995-06
- Original language: English
- Binding: Paperback
- 96 pages
Editorial Reviews
From the Publisher
Entry-level Sourcebook for Newcomers to the Field
This entry-level sourcebook is aimed at those without experience in either the freelance field or the publishing industry. It contains an overview of the publishing process and the freelance's role within it; basic proofreading and copy-editing techniques; where and how to find work and training; and a series of instructional exercises which are both evaluative and educational. Purchasers are also granted access to information updates at the author's Website.
Customer Reviews
A very good intro to freelance copy-editing and proofreading
I was slightly disappointed with the format (A4, quite plain-looking, and only 90 or so pages) of this book when it arrived, but on reading it I quickly revised my first impressions. This book gives a good introduction to copy-editing and proofreading, covering much that a would-be freelancer needs to know and it points you in the direction of other books and resources to obtain the rest of the necessary skills and knowledge. It is well written and it's even funny here-and-there. My husband kept asking what I was laughing at when I was reading it.
The topics covered include overviews of book production, copy-editing, and proofreading, how to make the first contact with a publisher, a list of publishers that use freelancers, and a number of exercises to help you learn the marks and skills you need.
I am definitely glad I bought this book and I will read it again before too long.
Excellent
What an invaluable insight! I have used this book frequently as a reference guide while I have gone through the steps of starting up my proofreading business. It is easy to understand and is very practical. A must for any beginner.
Thinking of going freelance?
This book is worth every penny. It is packed full of useful information and if you are thinking of learning to become a proofreader or copyeditor you should buy this book right now.
