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The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) means that more of us are experimenting with AI tools for content writing. While these tools offer exciting possibilities, it’s crucial to understand their limitations. So, let’s learn more about the pros and cons of AI tools for content writing. Pros of Using AI Tools for Content Writing AI […]

Proofreading is an ideal student job. Don’t believe us? We can give you five great reasons: Proofreading lets you earn while you study. Freelance work is flexible, so you can fit it around your schedule. You can improve your own writing skills by working as a proofreader. You’ll also develop valuable professional skills for life […]

One of the hardest parts of starting a new freelance business is deciding how to charge clients. Should you charge by the hour or per project? How much should you charge? Many freelancers worry about setting their rates too high and losing potential clients. However, it’s important not to undersell yourself and to remember you’re […]

In the Becoming A Proofreader course, we look at referencing styles and systems. But what is the distinction between a referencing style and a system? We use these terms as follows: A referencing style is a generic approach to citing sources ( Harvard, Oxford, Vancouver). However, there may be several versions or variations of any […]

An often overlooked aspect of proofreading and editing is how to write currency. If you work with professional clients, you’ll often see currencies in report or article drafts. And if you proofread or edit documents for ESL clients, you’re likely to come across essays related to mathematics and currency. In this post, you’ll learn about: […]

In academic writing, a strong title hooks the reader, reflects the tone and content of the paper, and contains keywords to increase the paper’s visibility on search engines. If you’re an editor working with academic clients, you may need to highlight issues in their titles and subtitles. Read on for some tips on how to […]

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 […]