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Being able to create rhythm in writing is an essential skill for freelance writers. Effective use of rhythm can make a text much more engaging and enjoyable to read. It can also help to convey a particular mood and tone, emphasize key ideas, and control pacing. For many content writers, rhythm in writing is one […]

As a proofreader, if you work with a publisher, they might ask you to look out for widows and orphans in a typeset text. But this can be tricky, as not everyone uses these words in the same way! In this post, then, we’ll explain the basics, including: Read on below to find out what […]

And lo, the proofreader corrected the spelling and the grammar, and she did separate sentence from sentence with proper punctuation. For six days she did this, and on the seventh day she did this also, for she worked freelance and could not afford to rest. Don’t worry, we haven’t changed our style to reflect the […]

We all use hedging language, but we’re often not aware of doing it or even what it is! In this blog post, we look at what hedging language is, how to use it, and when to avoid it. What Is Hedging Language? Hedging language is language that is vague or cautious. We use it when […]

Have you ever wondered how to correctly use between or among in a sentence? On the surface, they appear to mean the same thing, but, when you dive a little deeper, they have different uses. In this blog post, we look at: Keep reading to learn more! What Does Between Mean? Between is a preposition […]

When proofreading a typeset text, such as the page proofs for a book, you may need to look for issues with word divisions. But what is a word division in proofreading? And how should proofreaders approach them when checking a document? In this post, we explain the basics. What Are Word Divisions? Part of typesetting […]

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 […]