by Sara Davies | Jan 11, 2020 | proofread
Where and whether to use commas, semicolons and colons can be difficult to understand – even for a professional at times! So I am here to help.
Below are some rules for using commas (,), semicolons (;) and colons (:).
Rule: Use a comma between two long, independent clauses when conjunctions such as and, or, but, for, nor connect them.
Example: He had painted the entire house, but she is still working on sanding the floors.
Rule: If the clauses are both short, you may omit the comma.
Example: He painted and she sanded.
Rule: If you have only one clause (one subject and verb pair), you won’t usually need a comma in front of the conjunction.
Example: He had painted the house but she still needs to sand the floors.
This sentence has two verbs but only one subject, so it has only one clause.
Rule: Use the semicolon if you have two independent clauses connected without a conjunction.
Example: I have painted the house; I still need to sand the floors.
Rule: Also use the semicolon when you already have commas within a sentence for smaller separations, and you need the semicolon to show bigger separations.
Example: We had a reunion with family from Southampton, Hampshire; Betchworth, Surrey; and Bath, Somerset.
Rule: A colon is used to introduce a second sentence that clarifies the first sentence.
Example: We have set this restriction: do your homework before watching television.
Notice that the first word of the second sentence is not capitalized. If, however, you have additional sentences following the sentence with the colon and they explain the sentence prior to the colon, capitalize the first word of all the sentences following the colon.
Rule: Use a colon to introduce a list when no introductory words like namely, for instance, i.e., e.g. precede the list.
Example: I need four paint colours: blue, grey, green and red.
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by Sara Davies | Jan 9, 2020 | proofread
Editing means revising written text to improve clarity, readability and overall flow, as well as making sure the grammar, spelling, punctuation and syntax are all correct. It can also provide suggestions on the content of the document.
Editors often offer different levels of editing. Copy editing will focus on the language used, so will mostly focus on the spelling, grammar, punctuation and syntax. The editor will also look at word usage, repetition, inconsistencies and use of jargon. They will most likely ask you when you need to submit your work to them and if your work needs to follow a particular style. You should let them know if it needs to follow US or UK English, for example, or any other particular things you need, such as use of a formal, academic or business tone.
It is important to let your editor know what you need from them at the beginning of the process. This includes the level of editing you require, any particular style your document needs to follow and when you need to receive the edited document.
Substantive editing (also called content editing) is the most intensive form of editing. Here the structure, organization, style and presentation of your document will be looked at. If you ask for this, then the copy editing will also be done. Sections may be moved in your document, text cut from one part and added to another part, and things may be rewritten to provide better clarity.
Most editors will also edit any references or bibliography included in your work, but you should ask to ensure this will also be done. References and bibliographies can be hard to put together correctly, so it does help to have a second pair of eyes go over them.
If your documents contains any links to websites, editors will generally check these to ensure they go to the page you intended. Websites often change their structure, layout or even their address, so this can really help.
Many editors like to communicate with their clients during the editing process. This could be through emailing queries to you, phoning you or adding comments to the document. This lets you know the editor cares about the work they are doing, and also allows you to have input into the process, letting the editor know what you want.
The final stage of editing is proofreading, where someone ensures all the mistakes have been corrected. Proofreading essentially checks the editor or editors have done a good job. Most publishing houses have all their copy proofread after being edited by their staff because, as I said above, it helps to have a second pair of eyes go over things.
Editors usually use track changes when they edit a document. This lets you see what has been changed; you can then accept or decline the changes made.
Whichever type of editing you choose for your document, it is an important thing to have done. Even the most established author will have their work edited – I’m going to say it again! It always helps to have a second pair of eyes go over everything.
I am more than happy to edit and/or proofread any document, website, book, essay, dissertation you need – I am happy to edit all documents in short.
All you have to do is get in touch! Just let me know the length of document you want edited or proofread, your timescale, if you have one, and the type of editing you require (please remember to include an email address). I will then email you a quotation (my prices are fully negotiable) and we can take it from there!
I have a lot of positive feedback on my Testimonials page, so please take a look to see their comments. I also have reviews on Facebook, Yell, Yelp, Free Index and My Local Services. I always do my best work when people really need me, so please take a look at the services I offer and get in touch!
I look forward to hearing from you! You can also email me at [email protected].
by Sara Davies | Jan 7, 2020 | proofread
The cost of professional editing varies widely, affected by things such as the level of experience an editor has, how in demand they are and where they are located. However, as with all things in this world, you get what you pay for.
You may find an editor who is happy to edit your 50,000-word book for just £100, but how can you be sure they will edit your book properly for that figure? In short, you can’t. However, if you research the editor you are looking to use, check any testimonials they have from previous work they have done, and look at their qualifications and experience, you can assure yourself that they are likely to work hard on your book. For a book of 50,000 words, for example, you should expect to be paying at least £500 for a thorough edit.
The price you will have to pay will also be affected by the level of editing you require. Proofreading is the cheapest form of editing, copy editing will cost more, while content editing – also called substantive editing – will be the most expensive. This is due to the level of work involved in these processes.
Some editors charge per word, other editors charge per thousand words, while others charge by the hour. It is important that you check how the editor you choose charges so that you can be clear on what the cost will be.
As a guideline, you should expect to pay at least £10 per 1,000 words for proofreading, £15 per 1,000 words for copy editing and £20 per 1,000 words for content editing. This is only a guide, but it is worth knowing what sort of price you will be expected to pay.
As editing a document means making sure your work will be in the best state it can be, it is important to make use of editing services. If your essay, article, website, application or book is full of spelling mistakes, punctuation errors and grammatical mistakes, it will not be taken seriously. After all, first impressions count.
Due to the above, it is worth paying to ensure your document is as perfect as it can be. You took the time to write it, so you want to be certain that it reaches its intended audience reading really well. While researching the editor you choose to ensure your document reads well is very important, it is just as important to get the editing done.
If you need a long document edited very quickly, you should expect to pay more. But if time is not as issue, then the price will be less. This is because an editor who is expected to turn work around very quickly will not be able to take breaks or take on any other work. All these things should be kept in mind when thinking about the price of editing.
In conclusion, the price of professional editing varies widely. The length of document you need editing is the main factor that will affect the price. The type of editing required – proofreading, copy editing or content editing – is another factor. But editing is an essential activity that every document needs.
If you have any questions about the English language or need help getting your document into shape, then please get in touch with me. I will sort out all the English on every document you have and make sure it employs perfect English!
If you have any questions about the English language or need help getting your document into shape, then please get in touch with me. I will sort out all the English on every document you have and make sure it employs perfect English!
All you have to do is get in touch! Just let me know the length of document you want edited or proofread, your timescale, if you have one, and the type of editing you require (please remember to include an email address). I will then email you a quotation (my prices are fully negotiable) and we can take it from there!
I have a lot of positive feedback on my Testimonials page, so please take a look to see their comments. I also have reviews on Facebook, Yell, Yelp, Free Index and My Local Services. I always do my best work when people really need me, so please take a look at the services I offer and get in touch!
I look forward to hearing from you! You can also email me at [email protected].
by Sara Davies | Jan 4, 2020 | proofread
Whoever needs a document – email, letter, blog, website, essay, dissertation, CV or resume, article, magazine, book or whatever it is – edited or proofread, I can do it for you!
I will also check through any references or bibliography you may have in your work.
I am fully conversant with all styles (such as Harvard, APA, Chicago, Oxford and so on), so you can be assured I will do a great job for you. If your document needs to follow a certain style, please let me know.
All you have to do is send an email ([email protected]) or visit my contact page. Tell me the word count and type (Word, InDesign, PDF, etc) of document you need edited or proofread, attach it if you want and send it.
If you have any questions about the English language or need help getting your document into shape, then please get in touch with me. I will sort out all the English on every document you have and make sure it employs perfect English!
All you have to do is get in touch! Just let me know the length of document you want edited or proofread, your timescale, if you have one, and the type of editing you require (please remember to include an email address). I will then email you a quotation (my prices are fully negotiable) and we can take it from there!
I have a lot of positive feedback on my Testimonials page, so please take a look to see their comments. I also have reviews on Facebook, Yell, Yelp, Free Index and My Local Services. I always do my best work when people really need me, so please take a look at the services I offer and get in touch!
I look forward to hearing from you! You can also email me at [email protected].
by Sara Davies | Dec 22, 2019 | proofread
The cost of professional editing varies widely, affected by things such as the level of experience an editor has, how in demand they are and where they are located. However, as with all things in this world, you get what you pay for.
You may find an editor who is happy to edit your 50,000-word book for just £100, but how can you be sure they will edit your book properly for that figure? In short, you can’t. However, if you research the editor you are looking to use, check any testimonials they have from previous work they have done, and look at their qualifications and experience, you can assure yourself that they are likely to work hard on your book. For a book of 50,000 words, for example, you should expect to be paying at least £500 for a thorough edit.
The price you will have to pay will also be affected by the level of editing you require. Proofreading is the cheapest form of editing, copy editing will cost more, while content editing – also called substantive editing – will be the most expensive. This is due to the level of work involved in these processes.
Some editors charge per word, other editors charge per thousand words, while others charge by the hour. It is important that you check how the editor you choose charges so that you can be clear on what the cost will be.
As a guideline, you should expect to pay at least £10 per 1,000 words for proofreading, £15 per 1,000 words for copy editing and £20 per 1,000 words for content editing. This is only a guide, but it is worth knowing what sort of price you will be expected to pay.
As editing a document means making sure your work will be in the best state it can be, it is important to make use of editing services. If your essay, article or book is full of spelling mistakes, punctuation errors and grammatical mistakes, it will not be taken seriously. After all, first impressions count.
Due to the above, it is worth paying to ensure your document is as perfect as it can be. You took the time to write it, so you want to be certain that it reaches its intended audience reading really well. While researching the editor you choose to ensure your document reads well is very important, it is just as important to get the editing done.
If you need a long document edited very quickly, you should expect to pay more. But if time is not as issue, then the price will be less. This is because an editor who is expected to turn work around very quickly will not be able to take breaks or take on any other work. All these things should be kept in mind when thinking about the price of editing.
In conclusion, the price of professional editing varies widely. The length of document you need editing is the main factor that will affect the price. The type of editing required – proofreading, copy editing or content editing – is another factor. But editing is an essential activity that every document needs.
If you have any questions about the English language or need help getting your document into shape, then please get in touch with me. I will sort out all the English on every document you have and make sure it employs perfect English!
All you have to do is get in touch! Just let me know the length of document you want edited or proofread, your timescale, if you have one, and the type of editing you require (please remember to include an email address). I will then email you a quotation (my prices are fully negotiable) and we can take it from there!
I have a lot of positive feedback on my Testimonials page, so please take a look to see their comments. I also have reviews on Facebook, Yell, Yelp, Free Index and My Local Services. I always do my best work when people really need me, so please take a look at the services I offer and get in touch!
I look forward to hearing from you! You can also email me at [email protected].
