Copyediting and Proofreading For Dummies

I have long objected to the titles of the “For Dummies” title as fairly insulting. After all, isn’t purchasing one of these books a tacit admission? The tag line “A resource for the rest of us!” doesn’t soften the blow.

That said, if you want to get educated about copyediting and proofreading, Copyediting and Proofreading For Dummies is definitely for you. Rave reviews abound for the For Dummies series in practically any topic, but this one is being called a copyediting bible, a lifesaver, confidence booster, you name it.

What’s the difference between proofreading and copyediting? Do you know how to develop your own system of checking a body of text with confidence, knowing that you didn’t overlook a stray comma or abused semi-colon?

That’s where this book comes in. If you’re fuzzy on publishing terms, copy editing symbols and other technical details, you won’t be after reading Copyediting and Proofreading For Dummies.

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