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Writers: How To Handle Edits

As a writer, you are going to be edited. That is a simple fact. Learning how to deal with it is part of the business. It can help to remember that you shouldn’t take it personally. Editors edit for a variety of reasons including: to match the tone of the publication, to shorten a piece, or...
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Another Pair Of Eyes

As a writer it can often help to get another pair of eyes on something that you are working on, but this can also be true if you are an editor. Sometimes you will have copy that you are struggling with, or personal issues will be competing for your attention, making it hard to focus. In...
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Proofreading Symbols

Proofreading Symbols

If you are a writer that doesn’t understand common proofreading symbols, it might be time to learn. Not all editors use them, but if you run into one that does, it can really help if you understand what they are trying to tell you. Check out this resource to learn some of the basics. Whether you are writing...
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