The term editor is a common word thrown around when it comes to writing. Most writers know the value professional editing can bring to their work, but when asked the question of which kind of editor they need, many feel lost. The reality is… editors are not one-size-fits-all; they come in different types. That factContinue reading “The 4 Major Types of Editors Explained”
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What Is a Style Guide?
Unless you’re immersed in the world of writing and editing, the term style guide may as well be from a foreign language. I know I never heard of it before becoming an editor. But if your writing is intended for an audience, a style guide (or style sheet) is essential. But what exactly is it?Continue reading “What Is a Style Guide?”
6 Elements of Proofreading
Whether you’re writing a novel, a blog article, or a simple text message, the last step of the writing process is always proofreading. (Unless you prefer living in chaos. Then, more power to you!) In the case of a text message, proofreading will most likely be the only editing you do. In bigger works, itContinue reading “6 Elements of Proofreading”
7 Elements of Copy Editing
In the world of editing, there are quite a few kinds of editors to help during different stages of your project. If you’re writing a book, you most likely have heard of developmental and structural editors. Those are the ones who help build your story. These writers along with others who plan on publishing oftenContinue reading “7 Elements of Copy Editing”
Knowadays Review: The Ins and Outs
With the growing trend of working from home, maybe you’re one of the many people who have researched the different fields that allow you to work remotely. I know I was. Maybe you’ve come across data entry, writing, virtual assisting, and so on. But, if you’re like me, proofreading caught your eye. That’s why you’reContinue reading “Knowadays Review: The Ins and Outs”
Are Proofreaders Still Necessary?
With the growing popularity of artificial intelligence (AI), it’s little wonder why so many people think the proofreading profession is out of date. I know my family has told me so time and time again. (Thanks for the support, guys.) I get it. With apps like Grammarly, the spellchecker on Microsoft Word, and even autocorrectContinue reading “Are Proofreaders Still Necessary?”
What Do Copy Editors and Proofreaders Do?
When we think of the written word, we usually think of two people: the writer and the reader. But, depending on how many and how prestigious those readers actually are, we may have to account for one more person—an editor. However, this is where things can get a bit tricky. Editors are not a one-size-fits-allContinue reading “What Do Copy Editors and Proofreaders Do?”
Peony & Prose Editorial 