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If you’re considering a career as a freelance writer, you’re probably wondering what the average freelance writer salary is. A freelance career has many advantages – you’re in control of where and when you work, which clients you work with, and how much you charge. However, a freelancer’s salary can also vary considerably, depending on […]

You might know what a copywriter does, but how much does a copywriter earn? If you’re interested in pursuing a career in copywriting, it’s important to be aware of your earning potential (and how it might change over time).  We’ve previously written about the average salary for a freelance writer. Today we’re going to focus […]

Why is fact-checking important? The answer is simple – in the digital age, misinformation and fake news are more common than ever before. Fact-checking is a vital stage in the content publishing process. It ensures that content is accurate, truthful, and legally and ethically sound. There are a number of steps involved in fact-checking. These […]

What is fact-checking, and why is it so important for content creation? If you have these kinds of questions on your mind, you’re in the right place! This post will: We’ll also share an exciting opportunity to learn all the skills needed to be an expert fact-checker! What Is Fact-Checking? Fact-checking involves checking the accuracy […]

Fiction is all about the suspension of disbelief, and factual errors can be distracting. Thus, when editing or proofreading a novel, you might need to raise issues of factual accuracy for your client, especially when a work of fiction is set in the real world. In this post, then, we set out some tips on […]

Online dictionaries are an essential tool for proofreaders and editors. As a proofreader, you’re probably very proud of your vocabulary – but we all need to look up words now and then! To save yourself some time, it pays to bookmark a few online dictionaries. But which are the best online dictionaries for proofreaders? Keep […]

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 […]