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  • Why Proofreading Is a Great Remote Job for Former Teachers

    Why Proofreading Is a Great Remote Job for Former Teachers

    Why Proofreading Is a Great Remote Job for Former Teachers

    Published Feb 22, 2023
    Last Updated Mar 04, 2024

    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Lifestyle Tips

    If you’re a retired teacher or would like to swap the classroom for a work-from-home job, freelance proofreading could be the career for you. Why? Because: Read on to learn why proofreading is a great remote job for former teachers and how your teaching experience can help you take on the freelance proofreading lifestyle. 1. […]

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  • British vs American English_ -Ise or -Ize?

    British vs. American English: -Ise or -Ize?

    British vs. American English: -Ise or -Ize?

    Published Feb 20, 2023
    Last Updated Jun 03, 2025

    • Common Errors
    • Dialects
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Spelling

    The verb endings “-ise” and “-ize” often get confused. Usually, the correct ending depends on which English dialect your client is using. Here’s our guide on using these spellings in British and American English and what you need to consider when proofreading.  British vs. American Spelling For the most part, American English exclusively uses the […]

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  • Such as vs. Like: What’s the Difference?

    Such As vs. Like: What’s the Difference?

    Published Feb 13, 2023
    Last Updated Nov 18, 2024

    • Grammar
    • Proofreading Tips

    While they may seem interchangeable, the terms “such as” and “like” actually have different meanings and are used in different ways. While “like” is used to compare things with similar characteristics, “such as” is used to introduce specific examples.  In this blog post, we’ll explore how and when to use these two terms and what […]

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  • What Is Sensational Spelling?

    What Is Sensational Spelling?

    Published Feb 11, 2023
    Last Updated Nov 28, 2024

    • Business Writing
    • Editing Tips
    • Spelling

    As a proofreader or editor, you’re used to spotting and correcting spelling errors. But what if the spelling error is intentional? In today’s blog post, we’re discussing sensational spelling – the deliberate misspelling of a word or term to draw an audience’s attention – and how to use it effectively. Sensational spelling is common in […]

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  • What Is Plain English? (A Guide for Writers and Editors)

    What Is Plain English? (A Guide for Writers and Editors) 

    Published Feb 04, 2023
    Last Updated May 01, 2025

    • Editing Tips
    • Writing Tips

    Have you ever read something several times, but still felt unsure about what the writer was trying to say? If you want your writing to be understood by as many people as possible, plain English can be a very useful tool. Although there are times when complex language is appropriate (e.g., in medical or legal […]

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  • What Is the Subjunctive in English?

    What Is the Subjunctive in English?

    Published Jan 28, 2023
    Last Updated Dec 12, 2024

    • Grammar
    • Proofreading Tips

    The subjunctive is a verb form or “mood” type that typically refers to wishes, demands, proposals, and hypothetical situations (i.e., something that might or could happen). In this post, we will explain what a mood is, and how and when to use the subjunctive mood, especially in UK and US dialects. What Is a Mood? […]

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  • What Is a Misplaced Modifier? (With Examples)

    What Is a Misplaced Modifier? (With Examples)

    Published Jan 23, 2023
    Last Updated May 27, 2025

    • Common Errors
    • Grammar
    • Proofreading Tips

    Understanding common grammar errors and how to fix them is a key part of working as a proofreader. In this post, we explain what misplaced modifiers are, how to spot the most common types, and how you can correct them in any piece of writing. What Is a Misplaced Modifier? Modifiers are words, phrases, or […]

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    Why Should You Take an Online Proofreading Course?

    Published Jan 22, 2023
    Last Updated Mar 26, 2025

    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Online Learning
    • Skills And Experience

    Online learning (or e-learning) is an increasingly popular way to gain new skills. You can now find online courses on almost any subject, including proofreading and editing. In this blog post, we’ll look at how an online proofreading course can benefit people at all stages of their proofreading career – from those who have never […]

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  • What Is an Adjectival Noun?

    What Is an Adjectival Noun?

    What Is an Adjectival Noun?

    Published Jan 21, 2023
    Last Updated Jan 10, 2025

    • Grammar
    • Proofreading Tips

    You might know of adjectives as words used to describe nouns, such as the yellow jacket or silly song. But can a noun ever work the way an adjective does? The answer is yes . . . sometimes. An adjectival noun functions as an adjective and is located before another noun in a sentence.  Want […]

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  • What Is a Dangling Modifier? (With Examples)

    What Is a Dangling Modifier? (With Examples)

    What Is a Dangling Modifier? (With Examples)

    Published Jan 16, 2023
    Last Updated Jun 11, 2025

    • Common Errors
    • Grammar
    • Proofreading Tips

    As a proofreader, you’ll need to confidently spot and fix all kinds of errors, including grammatical ones. A common type in this category is the dangling modifier, which can lead to an unclear or downright baffling sentence! To help you understand this grammatical mistake, we’ll explain what dangling modifiers are, how to identify them, and […]

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