Download or read book The Editor s Lexicon Essential Writing Terms for Novelists written by Sarah Cypher and published by . This book was released on 2010-04 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Become a revision-savvy writer with the help of The Editor¿s Lexicon: Essential Writing Terms for Novelists. It decodes, defines, and provides helpful examples of the editorial jargon used in writing workshops, critiques, and online forums. Written by an experienced editor and writing teacher, this dictionary-style reference book is a fundamental guide for writers across the spectrum of experience--from new writers learning the craft, to seasoned nonfiction writers working on a first novel, to intermediate-level authors wishing to sharpen their technical skills. In the tradition of Strunk & White¿s The Elements of Style, The Editor¿s Lexicon is a concise, indispensable reference volume for every author¿s shelf.
Download or read book Bryson s Dictionary for Writers and Editors written by Bill Bryson and published by Anchor Canada. This book was released on 2011-06-22 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From one of the world’s most beloved and bestselling authors, a terrifically useful and readable guide to the problems of the English language most commonly encountered by editors and writers. What is the singular form of graffiti? From what mythological figure is the word “tantalize” derived? One of the English language’s most skilled writers guides us all toward precise, mistake-free usage. Covering spelling, capitalization, plurals, hyphens, abbreviations, and foreign names and phrases, Bryson’s Dictionary for Writers and Editors will be an indispensable companion for all who care enough about our language not to maul, misuse, or contort it. As Bill Bryson notes, “English is a dazzlingly idiosyncratic tongue, full of quirks and irregularities that often seem willfully at odds with logic and common sense.” This dictionary is an essential guide to the wonderfully disordered thing that is the English language.
Download or read book Writing Irresistible Kidlit written by Mary Kole and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-12-04 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Captivate the hearts and minds of young adult readers! Writing for young adult (YA) and middle grade (MG) audiences isn't just "kid's stuff" anymore--it's kidlit! The YA and MG book markets are healthier and more robust than ever, and that means the competition is fiercer, too. In Writing Irresistible Kidlit, literary agent Mary Kole shares her expertise on writing novels for young adult and middle grade readers and teaches you how to: • Recognize the differences between middle grade and young adult audiences and how it impacts your writing. • Tailor your manuscript's tone, length, and content to your readership. • Avoid common mistakes and cliches that are prevalent in YA and MG fiction, in respect to characters, story ideas, plot structure and more. • Develop themes and ideas in your novel that will strike emotional chords. Mary Kole's candid commentary and insightful observations, as well as a collection of book excerpts and personal insights from bestselling authors and editors who specialize in the children's book market, are invaluable tools for your kidlit career. If you want the skills, techniques, and know-how you need to craft memorable stories for teens and tweens, Writing Irresistible Kidlit can give them to you.
Download or read book New Oxford Dictionary for Writers and Editors written by Oxford Oxford Languages and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New Oxford Dictionary for Writers and Editors is the essential A to Z guide for everyone who works with words. Drawing on the expertise of the Oxford Dictionaries department, it provides authoritative advice on those words and names which raise questions time after time because ofspelling, capitalization, hyphenation, and cultural or historical context. As well as lexical terms, there are many proper names included: from place names and personal names to names of institutions, literary references, and books of the Bible. Entries give full coverage of recommended spellings,variant forms, confusable words, hyphenation, capitalization, foreign and specialist terms, proper names, and abbreviations.It is an essential tool for writers, editors, publishers, journalists, and web editors, and together with New Hart's Rules and the New Oxford Spelling Dictionary forms the complete editorial reference set.
Download or read book The Editor s Companion written by Janet Mackenzie and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2011-06-27 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Editor's Companion explains how to adapt the traditional skills of editing for digital production.
Download or read book The Writer s Lexicon written by Kathy Steinemann and published by K. Steinemann Enterprises. This book was released on 2017-03-19 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You just read your manuscript and discovered that your characters nod like marionettes in every chapter. When they’re not nodding, they roll their eyes. Time to slash the Pinocchio strings. Transform your protagonists into believable personalities that your readers will learn to love. Or hate. Get in the driver’s seat, relax, and enjoy your journey — with Kathy Steinemann’s book as your GPS.
Download or read book Writers Artists Yearbook 2019 written by Bloomsbury Publishing and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2018-07-26 with total page 1057 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This bestselling guide to all areas of publishing and the media is completely revised and updated every year. The Yearbook is packed with advice, inspiration and practical guidance on who to contact and how to get published. Foreword by Joanne Harris, bestselling author of 18 novels, including Chocolat New articles in the 2019 edition include: Ruby Tandoh Writing a cookbook Andrew McMillan How to become a poet Claire North Writing speculative fiction Frances Jessop Writing about sport Jane Robinson Writing non-fiction Tony Bradman A successful writing career James Peak Should I make an audio book? Wyl Menmuir Debut success Alice Jolly Crowdfunding your novel Andrew Lownie Submitting non-fiction Lynette Owen UK copyright law All articles are reviewed and updated every year. Key articles on Copyright Law, Tax, Publishing Agreements, E-publishing, Publishing news and trends are fully updated. Plus over 4,000 listings entries on who to contact and how across the media and publishing worlds In short it is 'Full of useful stuff' - J.K. Rowling
Download or read book Merriam Webster s Manual for Writers and Editors written by Merriam-Webster, Inc and published by Merriam-Webster. This book was released on 1998 with total page 454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revised edition of Webster's standard American style manual, 1985.
Download or read book Cover to Cover written by Sandra Wendel and published by Write on Ink Publishing. This book was released on 2021-01-08 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Irreverent." "Funny." "Essential." Read this book before you publish your book. You just wrote your first book. And there you are. Stark naked. Vulnerable. Wondering what to do next to get your masterpiece published. This is the one book you need to read and follow if you're writing a book for the first time. Why? Because you've never written a book before. This is new territory. To write a successful book, you need to find and work with an editor who shares your passion for your work and your message and who will help you make your book sing. And sing a smash hit. A blockbuster of a message, clearly and carefully constructed so readers love you and your work and leave you five-star Amazon reviews only because they don't have more stars to give. This is a toolkit for tinkering under the hood of your working manuscript so you, the author, can take your work as far as you can before an edit and production such as cover design and not dump a half-baked chocolate cake on some poor schlub of an editor to "fix." Don't make first-time author mistakes. No matter what you think, you do need an edit. Not the English teacher next door. You can't self-edit either. A professional editor knows how to navigate those thorny commas and can solve your organizational questions. An editor can guide you through the murky waters of modifiers and passive sentences, correct typos, and get your book manuscript polished and on its way to production. Even if you slept through English class, never turned in book reports, and don't know a thing about publishing the book of your dreams, your name is on the cover and you don't want to be embarrassed. Turn your vulnerability into confidence with these insider secrets to publishing success when working with an editor. No, this is not a grammar book (ick) or a guide to self-editing (can't be done well). This is not a dry, boring book about usage or sentence structure. Although the author, a veteran nonfiction editor, specializes in memoir, true crime, business/leadership, and self-help, her advice holds true for fiction writers as well. Get your questions answered (and more): Why do I need an editor? How do I find an editor? What do editors do? And how much do they cost? What are the levels of edit? Developmental? Line edit? Copy edit? Proofreading? How do I know what level of editing my manuscript needs? Will an editor tell me if my manuscript sucks? Why do words make a difference? Which words do I overuse? Which words should I never use? How do I know when I'm done writing? How can I work with a cover designer and audiobook engineer? Can my local bookstore help me? Do I need beta readers? BONUS Checklist for Authors to Fine-Tune a Manuscript before Editing Begins BUY a copy today, because you need to know these insider secrets to successfully work with an editor on your way to publishing success.
Download or read book Writing A Report 9th Edition written by John Bowden and published by How To Books. This book was released on 2011-06-24 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its 9th edition, this extensively revised and updated handbook explains how you can write reports that will be: * Read without unnecessary delay * Understood without undue effort Accepted, and where applicable, acted upon / Divided into three parts, the book looks in detail firstly at the practical side of report writing: * Preparation and planning * Collecting and handling information * Writing and revising / Secondly, at the creative side of report writing: * Achieving a good style and choosing the correct words * Improving the overall appearance of reports / And thirdly at 23 common types of report, including: * Annual reports/ Appraisal reports * Audit reports Minutes/Progress reports * Student project reports/Technical reports / There is also an extensive glossary and a selection of sample reports.
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Download or read book Corpora for Language Learning written by Peter Crosthwaite and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-04-23 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume presents a diverse range of expertise and practical advice on corpus-assisted language learning, bridging the gap between corpus research and actual classroom practice. Grounded in expert discussions and interviews, the book offers an extensive exploration into the intricacies of corpus-based language pedagogy, addressing its challenges, benefits, and potential drawbacks while demonstrating the power of data-driven learning (DDL) tools, including AntConc, WordSmith Tools, and CorpusMate. The book navigates the complexities of integrating DDL into mainstream educational systems, showcasing real-world applications for teaching. The authors bring together cutting-edge, international perspectives on this topic in dialogue with those using such techniques in their classroom practice. Both a rigorous academic resource and a hands-on guide for practitioners, this book is recommended reading for educators, researchers, or anyone wanting to upskill themselves in learning to harness the power of data in language pedagogy in primary, secondary, tertiary, or other professional contexts.
Download or read book Webster s International Dictionary of the English Language written by Noah Webster and published by . This book was released on 1894 with total page 1076 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book A Dictionary of the English Language Exhibiting the Origin Orthography Pronunciation and Definitions of Words written by Noah Webster and published by . This book was released on 1856 with total page 1296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
