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Copyediting and Proofreading For Dummies

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Of all the copyediting and proofreading books out there, only Suzanne
Gilad manages to offer both a sense of humor and accessibility to this usually dry topic. Not only does the book contain solid insider's tips about the publishing world and how to navigate it, but it also offers those with a passion for reading the guidelines on how to turn their hobby into a freelance career.

The book presents the core proofreading symbols, examples of how to use them properly, and the nuts and bolts of copyediting. From formatting a manuscript to understanding the different terms in the publishing world, the book is full of information that can actually be applied in the real world. With tangible examples and models to go by, Gilad suggests ways to land yourself the first job and to continue building your resume.

Imbued all over with the author's obvious enthusiasm, Proofreading and Copyediting for Dummies is an incredible resource for anyone interested in improving their language skills and using them to make a living through reading.

This is an excellent resource for anyone who has copyediting/proofreading skills and wants to turn them into a profession. I am embarking on a freelance career and this book has been invaluable (there are chapters specifically dealing with freelancing). I will return to it again and again for guidance as I get my bearings in the world of freelance copyediting and proofreading!

I've been doing some freelance proofreading work, but I didn't know how much I still had to learn until reading this book! Sue Gilad has a lot of information: everything from grammar rules and spelling mistakes to the differences between copyediting and proofreading (glad SOMEONE could finally pinpoint the differences!). This book is clearly written and a wonderful resource. The only thing I think it could have improved upon was the section for finding freelance jobs. In Gilad's online book Paid to Proofread (paidtoproofread[dot]com), she offers more in-depth suggestions about creating a resume from zilch, and also offers more info about approaching editors. On the other hand, the Dummies book contains way more information about resources and grammar. All in all, this is the most comprehensive and clearly written book on proofreading I've read.

This book was so helpful for me in starting my business in online editing. I originally bought it just to brush up on my proofreading and editing skills, but reading the book helped me to understand so much more about how to make money doing it. I'd highly recommend it.

I picked up this book not knowing it was new, and, boy, was I surprised by its depth and scope. A collector of word-nerdy goodness, I wouldn't have expected this book to be so entertaining. I definitely recommend it to anybody who hopes to augment their current careers with editing, or possibly spin off into a business of their own.

This book is easy-to-read, straightforward, and so informative. I've been able to build my at-home business as a freelance proofreader much more quickly than I anticipated; all thanks to this invaluable resource! Learning the ins and outs of copyediting and proofreading is made simple, quick, and fun.

Wow! Who thought copyediting and proofreading would be fun! This book has powerful knowledge with an enthusiastic entertaining tone. Shows examples and direction on the subject to get you started immediately. This is a must read, highly recommended book!

I just wanted to drop a note to say how much I enjoyed reading Copyediting & Proofreading for Dummies. When I bought the book, I thought it was going to be a dry book about the proper use of grammar. I was pleasantly surprised to find how enjoyable and informative this book is. It has given me the idea to become a professional copy editor and proofreader. Thank you, Suzanne, for writing this book.

Such a surprisingly helpful book. Thought it might be boring or bland...but truly it inspired me to consider this as a career. Suzanne's writing is understandable and she makes the topic completely approachable. What a surprise find on the subject. Thank you!

I was surprised to find a book with this title was so full of life, great information, funny stories, and most of all a plan that I could put into action to make money from reading and editing. The format is easy to follow and put into practice without working too hard. Highly recommended