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While plagiarism is less obviously a problem in business writing than in, say, creative or academic writing, it can still be an issue. And a good proofreader may need to highlight plagiarism in their client’s work. But what does plagiarism look like in the context of business writing? And how do you address it? In […]

Knowadays is about more than just grammar, spelling, and punctuation. It’s about how you can help clients produce excellent writing, which often involves leaving feedback. But how should you comment on a document you’re editing? Let’s find out. Related posts: Freelance Proofreading Tips: The Client’s Brief How to Save Your Revisions in Microsoft Word The […]

Creating an AI prompt library can be a game changer if you’re a freelancer looking to work more efficiently and earn more from your writing. In this guide, we’ll show you how to build one from scratch and share practical examples. What Are AI Prompts for Content Writing? Let’s start with the basics. You may […]

If you want to level up your content, learning how to properly use transition words (and phrases) is a simple but effective way to improve your writing. In this blog, we will define what transition words are, explain why they are so important, and explore how to use them in your content. What Are Transition […]

If you’re a freelance writer (or aspire to become one), writing compelling thought leadership content is a great way to build your credibility and establish your niche. However, it takes time to craft this type of in-depth, expert content, even for experienced writers. So if you’re new to the freelance writing world, it can be […]

To work as a freelance proofreader, it’s essential that you know the basics of popular word processing software such as Microsoft Word. One of the Microsoft Word tools that proofreaders use is the Compare feature, which allows you to generate both a Clean copy and a Track Changes copy to return to the client. Does […]

If you’re a freelance writer looking to get published, you’ll be excited to know that there are many magazines that accept submissions from freelancers. Whether you’re interested in writing fiction, lifestyle pieces, travel essays, or investigative journalism, there’s likely a magazine out there eager for your expertise. In this blog post, we’ll cover a broad […]

Rhetorical devices are everywhere, so as an editor, you’ll need to know what to do when you encounter them. But do you know your alliteration from your anaphora? How about the difference between epanalepsis and epistrophe? If it’s all Greek to you, don’t panic – just read our guide to 12 rhetorical devices and how […]

The Associated Press Stylebook is the go-to style guide for many writers, news outlets, and businesses. And if your clients use AP style, you’ll need to know how it works. With that in mind, here we’ll look at what proofreaders should know about dates in AP style, including: The basic date format (and when you […]