Easy reading is the goal of most editors. Plain Language is a popular and respected set of principles that focus on structure as well as
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The Art of the Author Memo
Summarize next steps for the manuscript and get the writer to do their part, with an author memo.
Plain Language Checklist for Clear (Not Simplistic) Communication
Funny enough, plain language editing is barely about the words.
Understanding Contract Terms: The Paper It’s Written On
Into every freelancer’s life, a few contracts must fall. If words like “indemnify”, “non-disclosure”, and “non-compete” strike fear into your heart, Karen Cather and Dick
Do Fans Actually Make You Hotter?
Ever been told that a fan actually heats up a room? It’s not quite a myth, but it is a moot point. Today on Sci-Why,
Fiction Editors: On Demand Training
Whether you’re just starting to dip your fingers into this creative realm or wanting to refresh or expand your skill set, these courses by experts
How to Use the Windows Version of MS Word, for Mac Users
Are you facing a Windows computer with panic? Not to fear, the quick tutorial below will set you in the right direction. Thankfully, the Word
Fall 2017 Training Announcement
Whether you are building an editing business or launching your career, these offerings will light a fire in your heart and under your butt. This
Yes, You Can Track Edits in PowerPoint Slides
It doesn’t work like Track Changes in Word, but in my Aug–Sept Technically Speaking column in the Copyediting newsletter, I explain how to track edits in PowerPoint slides.
Checklist for Editing Figures: Graphs
More checklists! Today’s is for editing graphs, in my How To column at Copyediting.com. Now available in the ebook, Getting the Numbers Right. Check out the whole