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Editing Tips: How to Punctuate Dates

4 weeks ago / by David Standen
Editing Tips: How to Punctuate Dates
There are various ways to punctuate dates. This poses a challenge for proofreaders. Should you correct punctuation in dates in a document? And how does punctuating dates vary in different situations? In this post, we answer your punctuation questions. Punctuating Numerical Date Formats Commas Between Days and Years in Dates…
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5 Top Tips for New Freelance Proofreaders

1 month ago / by David Standen
5 Top Tips for New Freelance Proofreaders
If you’re just starting out in the world of proofreading and editing, what do you need to know? And what should you expect? In this post, we offer five top tips for new freelance proofreaders. 1. Focus on the Brief A clear brief is key for any proofreading or editing…
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Editor Profiles: Amanda (Working Mom)

1 month ago / by David Standen
Editor Profiles: Amanda (Working Mom)
It is never easy to balance parenthood and your work life! But working from home can help, as we found out when we spoke to working mom (and recent Proofreading Academy graduate) Amanda. So, how can being a freelance proofreader help you achieve a work–life balance? Hi, Amanda. What made…
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Academic Editing Referencing and Citations

A Guide to Secondary Citations (AMA, APA, Chicago and MLA)

1 month ago / by David Standen
A Guide to Secondary Citations (AMA, APA, Chicago and MLA)
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