Posts Tagged ‘editing’
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010
 There are certain important things every writer should look for when hiring an editor. Not all editors and editing companies are created equal, so to sort through the editorial slush pile, there are things you can look for that will ensure a professional and positive editing experience.
One of the things writers must decide before looking for a book or document editor is whether or not to pay by the hour or by the project. Both exist in the editorial services field, but there is a strong argument for writers to choose the latter. Consider this: Say you hire an editor to edit your book by the hour. (more…)
Tags: editing, firstediting.com, Manuscript Submission, Professional Editing, professional editor, Submitting for Publication
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Monday, September 6th, 2010
 Finishing your dissertation is an important accomplishment. It is equally important to make sure that the dissertation is reviewed and carefully edited so that it is an accurate portrayal of your work and the subject matter. This blog will give you ideas and tips as to how to edit your work. Remember that employing a professional editor for a professional review of your work is always the safest route to choose. With that in mind, please allow this professional dissertation editor to give you some tips and tricks to editing your dissertation. (more…)
Tags: editing, fiction editing, firstediting.com, Professional Editing, Technical Editing, writing tips
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Friday, September 3rd, 2010
 The Internet provides many resources for outsourcing your online business editing needs. Free services, low cost sites as well as professional editing and writing services will be explored. This Blog will investigate popular sites that are recommended through several search engines and provide valuable support options for developing professional products. There is an important caveat here. Do not download software or information unless you are absolutely sure the site is safe. Here is a site to help you in making that decision: http://www.wikihow.com/Know-when-It-Is-Safe-to-Download-Something (more…)
Tags: editing, Professional Editing, professional editor, Technical Edit, Technical Editing
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Thursday, September 2nd, 2010
 Basic editing skills are a must for any writer or editor. Good writing is a hallmark of professionalism; unfortunately, it is difficult to view your writing with a fresh pair of eyes after you’ve worked on a piece for such a long time. While not all of us are born excellent writers, basic grammar and punctuation rules can be learned for proper paper editing. This blog can be of assistance by displaying the rules of a grammar problem that even this editor struggles with: the difference between affect and effect. When you affect something, you produce an effect. (more…)
Tags: editing, editors, firstediting, Professional Editing, professional editor, Technical Edit
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Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
 Almost anyone who writes something is looking for some kind of payoff. But to get the biggest return for what you write, you must do what it takes to make your work stand out. And that includes solid copyediting.
Almost anyone who writes anything is looking for some kind of payoff: a good grade on a paper or dissertation, advancement or approval at work, or publication. And to get maximum results, there’s often a cost. How much would you pay for good, professional copyediting? Well, what’s it worth to you to get the kind of payoff you want for your document? And what’s the cost to you if you don’t? (more…)
Tags: editing, Editing Skills & Services, firstediting.com, professional editor, Standard Editing, Thesis Editing
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