Since its first publication in 1975, Judith Butcher's Copy-editing has become firmly established as a classic reference guide. This fourth edition has been comprehensively revised to provide an up-to-date and clearly presented source of information for all those involved in preparing typescripts and illustrations for publication. From the basics of how to prepare text and illustrations for the designer and typesetter, through the ground rules of house style, to how to read and correct proofs, Copy-editing covers all aspects of the editorial process. New and revised features: • up-to-date advice on indexes, inclusive language, reference systems and preliminary pages • a chapter devoted to on-screen copy-editing • guidance on digital coding and publishing in other media such as e-books • updated to take account of modern typesetting and printing technology • an expanded section on law books • an essential tool for new and experienced copy-editors, working freelance or in-house
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'… excellent …'. Neil Paterson, The Bookseller
'This is a monument to clarity and clear thinking: a master class in what is fast becoming a lost art … no printer should be without this book. No publisher. No editor and certainly no self-publisher.' Writer's Forum
'It is described as a handbook for editors, copy-editors and proofreaders, and it ought to be in the reference section of your public library. It is one book I never lend.' Writers Forum
'This is a monument to clarity and clear thinking: a master class in what is fast becoming a lost art … no printer should be without this book. No publisher. No editor and certainly no self-publisher.' Writer's Forum
'It is described as a handbook for editors, copy-editors and proofreaders, and it ought to be in the reference section of your public library. It is one book I never lend.' Writers Forum
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Since its first publication in 1975, Judith Butcher's Copy-editing has become firmly established as a classic reference guide. This fourth edition has been comprehensively revised to provide an up-to-date and clearly presented source of information for all those involved in preparing typescripts and illustrations for publication.
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11 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The writing style for this book is quite old-fashioned. I found myself reading some sentences two or three times. For example, I had trouble understanding who uses which colour ink on a proof copy. It shouldn't be that complicated. Shorter sentences would probably help. Diagrams showing the various stages of book publication would be helpful for those who are new to the publishing.
I think the book could be written in a more up-to-date, accessible style without being dumbed down. It contains valuable information, but it takes some effort to plough through text.
I think the book could be written in a more up-to-date, accessible style without being dumbed down. It contains valuable information, but it takes some effort to plough through text.
7 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Copy editing wasn't too high on my list when I came to Falmouth University to do a Masters degree in Professional Writing. The more I got involved with the editing side of things though, the more I began to see the opportunities, and this book is proving very useful in helping me to master the art.
Oz.
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5 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Kindle Edition
Great a book like this on Kindle but without a hyperlinked index it is only interesting rather than useful.
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