Print fright is a sister to both imposter syndrome and stage fright. Today, in my How To column at Copyediting.com I look
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How to Fit Copy After Layout
Read the updated post. Sometimes the words just don’t fit. Today, in my How To column at [the now-defunct] Copyediting.com we look at
How to Hand Out Business Cards
Today in my How To column at Copyediting.com. My business cards are the ones on top in the photo. The
How to Make It Fit
Read the updated post. Knowing standard length in the market is the first step in getting the copy to fit.
How to Escape the Pause
How to use a pause clause in your work agreement to get out of a project sitting in limbo, today
How to Use Rush Fees
When, how, and why to set rush fees: because you are the lifesaver. Today, in my How To column at Copyediting.com. Spoiler:
How to Edit for Lawyers
You don’t need to don a barrister’s wig to edit legal text. Today, in my How To column at Copyediting.com,
How to Get Permission to Use Quotes and Graphics
You know you need permission to use that quote/ graph/ picture/ song lyric, but how do you ask? Get started
Flag Problem Words Automatically
This macro flags problem words in the MS. My favourite part of the Copyediting Newsletter treatment of my latest “Technically Speaking” column
How to Regain the Critical Ear
When you are used to preserving the author’s voice, it can be a challenge to keep changing it when asked.