Posts Tagged ‘Professional Editing’
Sunday, September 5th, 2010
 No one will argue that the journey from book idea to print can be daunting. However, it might not be as challenging as one might think – especially if you have a plan for what you will write, you line up a solid editor, and you know how to look for a publisher.
Once you know the topic of your book, there are different ways to approach the writing. Some authors work best with an outline while others jump right in and just let the words flow. As a professional editor, my advice is to do whatever works for you. Of course, if it’s non-fiction, you will likely have to do some research prior to writing. (more…)
Tags: How to Submit an Article to a Magazine, Professional Editing, professional editor, Proofreading, Standard Editing, Submitting for Publication, Writing for Publication
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Saturday, September 4th, 2010
 Completing a dissertation is no small feat. Months of toiling over material and trying to find the way to convey a multitude of important points can leave you feeling exhausted. However, simply completing your preliminary writing does not mean that your dissertation is finished. Most doctoral programs require that a professional dissertation editor read and edit your work before submission, so that it is prepared for publishing. However, not all programs require this. This dissertation editor would like to pass along a few tips on how to help ensure the proper editing of your dissertation. (more…)
Tags: firstediting, firstediting.com, Professional Editing, Standard Editing, Technical Edit, Technical Editing
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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…)
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Wednesday, September 1st, 2010
 Only when a writer and editor work together can copy editing be truly successful.
Basic copy editing takes teamwork. A writer and editor must work hand-in-hand — even if they’re a continent away from each other.
There are two steps to any professional writing process.
The first step is the writing, and besides all the great things going on in her head, the writer really needs to help herself here. Whether it’s a dissertation, a manuscript, or even just a business letter or web article, she has to have a plan in mind for what the finished product is going to look like. (more…)
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