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The Pocket Book of Proofreading: A Guide to Freelance Proofreading and Copy-editing [Unabridged] [Paperback]

William Critchley (Author)

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Paperback: 262 pages
Publisher: First English Books; First edition (1 July 2007)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0955143721
ISBN-13: 978-0955143724
Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 14.2 x 1.6 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

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Learn all the secrets of successful freelancing for publishers. The Pocket Book of Proofreading is a powerful new guide to earning your own living as a freelance proofreader. No previous experience required, work full or part time. A total of 26 chapters, plus appendices, glossary, index, and practical exercises make this a very useful 'pocket' book, just right for anyone considering freelance proofreading. You can learn about copy-editing too. It's a complete professional guide for only £14.99, plus you can download some mind-stretching proofreading exercises direct to your own computer! (Instant file download - PDF) Learn how to earn around £20 an hour with this new book and course.

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The Pocket Book of Proofreading is just right. It offers so much more for much less. Learn the secrets of successful proofreading and freelancing for publishers, and how to earn extra income from home.

The optional instant file download (PDF) is a professional three-part proofreading and copy-editing course with free extra exercises. Uses BS 5261C:2005 (marks for copy preparation and proof correction).

The Pocket Book of Proofreading offers a comprehensive overview of freelancing for publishers and working as a freelance proofreader.

Note: If this book were simply turned into A4 pages and made into a proofreading and editing course (which in fact it actually was originally), it would make a course that could be sold at the same price as existing proofreading courses on the market. Hence the value of this popular book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Good things do come in small packages!, 28 July 2008

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This review is from: The Pocket Book of Proofreading: A Guide to Freelance Proofreading and Copy-editing (Paperback)

I have been "doing a bit" of proofreading and copy-editing over the years. I have paid over two hundred pounds for a correspondence course and bought several hallowed tomes on the subject.

William Critchley has done a fantastic job of writing this excellent book. It covers everything I did on my correspondence course and brought the material fully up to date. It is a much friendlier read than some of the other books I have read on the subject.

There really is everything you need to become or improve as a freelance proofreader or copy-editor. The online material is an excellent adjunct to the book (and is very reasonably priced.) There is even email support should you require help.

There is a wealth of knowledge from someone who really has been there and done that! I highly recommend this fantastic resource and I shall refer to mine often.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very inspiring, 8 May 2010

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This book grabs you from the first page. It is written with light-heartedness, but also explains the difficulties of finding work as a proofreader. Very informative and inspiring. If you want to take up proofreading forget all the other books and expensive courses, buy this and the accompanying course, (details of which are within the book).

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4.0 out of 5 stars Pocket Rocket!, 21 Nov 2009

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This is a very useful skip through the various elements of proofreading.It provides guidance and advice, suggested further reading and must have books for those with serious professional aspirations.The humour helps keep the pages turning.Well worth the money.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very handy - a realist's insight into this tricky industry
A completely realistic guide to proofreading and copy-editing. Ideal for beginners or seasoned pros. Read more

Published 12 days ago by rooftophk

5.0 out of 5 stars Thorough. Covers the subject from tip-to-toe and much more...
This is a great little book full of invaluable information - and not just about proofing. You'll find chapters on publishing, grammar, house styles and all sorts of interesting... Read more

Published 5 months ago by The Truth

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book but........
I read the book cover to cover a couple of times and very impressed with it. However, when I went on the website to download the course, I couldn't find the links for it. Read more

Published 6 months ago by Richard

4.0 out of 5 stars A good overview for prospective proofreaders
Writing as a buyer who has only read this book and not yet attempted to enter into proofreading as a profession, I can't comment on the accuracy of Critchley's guidance for... Read more

Published 8 months ago by Anna

5.0 out of 5 stars The proof of the pudding...
Delve into this book and you won't be able to put it down!
It makes for a good read and whilst being entertaining and stimulating you won't realise you are learning... Read more

Published 22 months ago by Catherine

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Practicle Guide
I am studying proofreading and copy-editing via a correspondence course, which is fine, but I was searching for additional help and practicle exercises without having to pay a... Read more

Published on 18 Dec 2009 by Heidi Brand

5.0 out of 5 stars The Pocket Book of Proofreading
An excellent book, it has made me consider my written work more carefully and look at books from the perspective of a copy-editor/proofreader. Read more

Published on 10 Sep 2009 by A. E. Newton

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