She is the principal author of Guidelines for Bias-Free Writing. Erika Buky is a freelance editor currently based in New Zealand. She has worked as a freelance copyeditor and developmental editor for scholarly and commercial publishers, research foundations, advocacy groups, museums, and private clients. She has also taught English composition and grammar, rhetoric, and scholarly editing. Praise for The Copyeditor's Handbook "Absolutely required for students in publishing programs, the volume will also be valuable for those working with copyeditors and those interested in becoming freelance editors Amy Einsohn would be so pleased!
Much here is new, taking us fully into the twenty-first century. Einsohn writes clearly and succinctly and leaves no angle of copyediting unexplored. I'm an etymology nerd so I especially loved the footnotes about historic disagreements in terms of editing.
Overall, a highly practical manual anyone interested in copyediting should have at the ready. Mar 24, Carrow Brown rated it it was amazing Shelves: writer-resources. I was looking for a book about copyediting and this was a repeated referral. After reading, I can see why. It's fantastic in presentation, clear writing, and an easy read. I meant to take a week to read it, but finished it in a few days.
The exercises in the book are a great reinforcement of the content and I bring the book with me to writing group now. Apr 12, Ray rated it it was amazing.
A quick reference and a must-have for any editor or writer. There are exercises at the end of each chapter and corresponding answers in the back. View 2 comments. Apr 16, Heather Doughty rated it it was amazing. This is a terrific reference book. The book represents a lot of research and knowledge. Each chapter has many examples to demonstrate problems in writing, including practice sections at the end. It took me a while to read the entire book, but I know it will be a handy reference tool in the future.
This is one of the best and most complete handbooks for copyeditors. It can be used as a learning tool, as well as a reference book for practicing copyeditors. This 3rd version also contains exercises with answers, and lists of other, more detailed reference books on specific topics such as grammar and bias-free language.
Aug 07, anonymousreader rated it liked it Shelves: non-fiction , writing-craft. Everything you ever wanted to know about grammar and punctuation, plus how to mark up a document as you edit. The book also includes sample passages to practice editing at the end of each section. The author really knows her stuff! Jul 10, Melisa Blok rated it really liked it. A super helpful book on the job of a copyeditor.
I found it thorough, informative, and pretty interesting to read, which is saying something for this kind of book. Aug 04, Raya P Morrison rated it it was amazing Shelves: writing-editing. Very informative, and has great exercises. As engaging as a book about copy-editing can be. A great guide for beginners. I skipped the parts that seemed very outdated i.
Resource guide in constant rotation. Mar 27, Clare Carter rated it it was ok. Apr 11, Dola Singh rated it it was amazing. A must-read for anyone who takes editing seriously. A textbook I found genuinely useful! Lots of good examples and exercises, even if I somethings wanted to pass out if I read too much about grammar at any one time.
Must have for all editors. Jun 01, Cindy rated it it was amazing. Thorough, practical editorial training. Do you agree with The Copyeditor's Handbook with its version: ten-to-fifteen-minute traffic delays? The Handbook of Good English agrees with this notion and says that "I bought ten- to twenty-year Copyeditors suggest revisions, such as changing words and rearranging sentences and paragraphs to improve clarity or accuracy. You may also carry out research, confirm sources, and verify facts, dates The Copyeditor's Handbookis a lively, practical manual for newcomers to publishing and for experienced editors who want to fine-tune their skills or broaden their The Copyeditor's Handbook is a lively, practical manual for newcomers to publishing and for experienced editor.
Practice reading like a copyeditor to identify errors and opportunities. Incorporate standard copyediting notation into your work. Amy Einsohn would be so pleased! Much here is new, taking us fully into the twenty-first century. Editors everywhere will greatly appreciate the editing code of ethics added at the end of chapter 1. Reading this book is the next best thing to having a good mentor.
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