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How Does Proofreading Differ From Copy Editing?
Proofreading and copy editing are closely related editorial skills but, as this article will show, there are some important differences between them.Copy editors become involved in the book production process at an earlier stage than proofreaders. Ty... The Best Way to Proofread a Web Site
Increasingly, proofreaders are expected to proofread web sites and other electronic documents as well as conventional printed books. The most important advice is to avoid proofreading a web site solely on a computer screen. For some reason working on... 10 Common Mistakes Proofreaders Must Watch For
There are certain mistakes that inexperienced writers in particular make frequently, and it's important that proofreaders look out for these. Here are ten of the most common...1. Confusing 'its' (meaning belonging to it) with 'it's' (short for it is)... What Is 'Reading Against Copy'?
Proofreaders are often confused by the term 'reading against copy', so in this article I will try to explain what the term means.There are two ways in which a professional proofreader may be asked to work: either by reading against copy, or performin... How Much Do Proofreaders in the UK Get Paid?
Proofreaders in the UK are generally paid at a set rate per hour, which is agreed between the proofreader and his or her client. The Society for Editors and Proofreaders (SfEP) every year sets out minimum recommended rates for freelance proofreaders ... How to Get Experience as a New Freelance Proofreader
So you've set up as a home-based freelance proofreader. You have your red pens and dictionaries at the ready. All you need is your first client. And there's the rub...One problem facing all new proofreaders when they start out is that clients underst... Essential 'Tools of the Trade' for Home-Based Proofreaders
So you want to set up as a home-based freelance proofreader? Great! Proofreading is in many ways the perfect home-based business. You can work any time to suit yourself, perhaps fitting it in around family commitments. You can start part-time and go ... How Long Should a Proofreading Task Take?
Proofreaders are normally paid by the hour. So what happens when you are asked to quote a price for a job? How long should you allow for a proofreading task, or expect to claim from your client?Unfortunately there is no easy answer to this question. ... Top Ten Tips for Proofreaders
So you have to proofread a document but don't know where to start? Don't panic! Here are ten top tips to help you get the task done...1. If you wrote the document yourself, ask another person (whose judgment you trust) to proofread it. As author, you... Start Your Own Freelance Proofreading Service
If you want an easy-to-start business of your own, a freelance proofreading service has a lot to recommend it. No special tools, equipment or premises are required. You can work whenever you like, perhaps fitting the work around family commitments. Y...
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