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AP Style and the Serial Comma
It’s well-known that the AP Stylebook rules omit the serial comma, however, there are some lesser-known but important exceptions that help avoid confusion.
Grammar Bite: To Have and to Had
For writers and editors alike, understanding the nuances of the phrase “to have” and its past participle “had” reveals deeper connections between subjects and actions.
Grammar Bite: Bored With or Bored Of?
In this grammar bite, learn how your choice of preposition to use with the word “bored” can affect the tone and formality of your written work.
Sales Funnels for Editors: Be Where Clients Can Find You
Sales funnels are clever marketing tools that can help freelance editors identify and connect with potential clients—and ultimately grow their businesses.
“The Design of Books”: An Insider’s Guide for Authors and Editors
“The Design of Books” won’t teach you how to design a book. Rather, it will help you work with designers to create the novel you’ve dreamt of publishing.
Modernize Your Writing: The Case for Refreshing Your Style Guide
Following the release of CMoS 18, it’s important to know both why and how you should update your house style guide to benefit future writing projects.
CMOS 18: A Deep Dive into the Latest Edition’s Updates
The 18th edition of The Chicago Manual of Style is finally out! To help you navigate the updates, here’s an overview of some of the most important changes.
Why Freelance Editors Should Write a Business Plan
A business plan is an essential tool for freelance editors looking to grow their clientele—and creating one is a lot more detailed than you’d think.
The Copyeditor’s One-Reference-Work Challenge
Books—especially style guides and dictionaries—are a copyeditor’s best friend. If you could only afford one reference book, which would you choose?
