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Books : Freelance Proofreading and Copy-editing: A Guide

by: Trevor Horwood


Binding: Paperback EAN: 9780952397472 ISBN: 0952397471 Label: ActionPrint Press Manufacturer: ActionPrint Press Number Of Pages: 96 Publication Date: 1995-06 Publisher: ActionPrint Press Sales Rank: 18564 Studio: ActionPrint Press	Average Rating: List Price: £15.00 Amazon.co.uk's Price: £14.99 You Save: £0.01 ( 0%) Prices subject to change.
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- Some good basic information but very outdated
The explanation of the publishing process and of proofreading/copy-editing within it is quite useful for anyone unfamilar with this area. But when you read that a computer may be 'nice to play with but not essential' (p11) you realise that this book is hopelessly out-of-date. Advice on contacting potential clients is simplistic (be polite and friendly!). The exercises are the best part - getting a good proportion of them right does encourage you to believe you can do the job. Oh, and I spotted an ... Read More

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- Excellent
What an invaluable insight! I have used this book frequently as a reference guide while I have gone through the steps of starting up my proofreading business. It is easy to understand and is very practical. A must for any beginner.

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- Excellent support & ref
I have found this book to be excellent in the support of my proofreading course as it supplies both "real world" information and referal data, a plus being it is also supported by a Web site with updated contact lists.

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- A good investment
A well written guide and a good investment for anyone who is considering a career in this field. I know it is a book that I will refer back to again and again and again.

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- Thinking of going freelance?
This book is worth every penny. It is packed full of useful information and if you are thinking of learning to become a proofreader or copyeditor you should buy this book right now.

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