Copyeditor's Workbook: Exercises and Tips for Honing Your Editorial Judgment

The Copyeditors Workbook is a companion to the Copyeditors Handbook, providing comprehensive and practical training for aspiring and experienced copyeditors. It offers exercises of increasing difficulty and length, with detailed answer keys and access to online exercises.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 14 May 2019
Publisher: University of California Press

The Copyeditors Workbook, a companion to the fourth edition of the indispensable Copyeditors Handbook, is a comprehensive and practical training tool for aspiring and experienced copyeditors. This workbook offers a range of exercises designed to challenge editors and help them build their skills and confidence. With exercises of increasing difficulty and length, covering a diverse range of subjects, users can progress at their own pace and develop the knowledge and skills required for contemporary editing.

The workbook includes detailed answer keys that provide a solid foundation in editorial basics, offering guidance on appropriate usage choices for different contexts and audiences. It also offers advice on effective communication with authors and clients, ensuring that copyeditors can work seamlessly with their teams and deliver high-quality work.

One of the key features of The Copyeditors Workbook is its emphasis on practical exercises. The exercises vary in nature and increase in difficulty, allowing users to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world scenarios. From marking copy to working with PDFs and hand marking hard copy, the workbook provides an extensive workout in the knowledge and skills required of contemporary editors.

In addition to the exercises, the workbook includes access to online exercises available for download. These additional exercises provide a further opportunity for editors to practice and enhance their skills, making the workbook an invaluable resource for anyone looking to improve their copyediting abilities.

Whether you are an aspiring copyeditor or an experienced professional looking to refine your skills, The Copyeditors Workbook is an essential companion. With its comprehensive training, practical exercises, and detailed answer keys, it offers a comprehensive and effective way to build your editing skills and advance in your career. So why wait? Start your journey to becoming a skilled copyeditor today with The Copyeditors Workbook!

Weight: 668g
Dimension: 178 x 253 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780520294356