Fact-Checking vs. Copyediting—Understanding the Key Differences
Understand the distinct roles of fact-checking and copyediting to ensure both accuracy and clarity in your writing.
May 15, 2025Column
What Is a Sample Edit?
What exactly does a sample edit involve? Here’s what you need to know about this important aspect of the editing process.
October 21, 2024
CMOS 18 Updates: Key Changes in Style and Inclusivity
Key changes from the Chicago Manual of Style 18th Edition (CMOS 18).
October 02, 2024
Understanding Proofreading Marks and Symbols on a PDF
Common proofreading marks and their meanings, how to reply to comments in a PDF, and other tips for clear communication with your proofreader.
August 15, 2024
What Is an Editorial Second Pass?
Learn about what editors do during a second editorial pass on a copy or line edit.
April 23, 2024
A Short Guide to British English
A handy guide for editors and authors working with publications for the UK market.
March 19, 2024
What Are the Different Types of Academic Editing?
Learn about the various services offered by academic editors working with scholars on their articles, books, and dissertations.
February 20, 2024
I Don’t Want to Be Edited: Navigating the Editorial Process in Academic Publishing
Not all academic authors like to have their work edited. This post provides some tips and strategies for writers who are thrown into the editorial process against their will.
September 29, 2023
How I Perform an Academic Copyedit
The nuts and bolts of the copyediting process explained by an expert academic copyeditor.
July 11, 2023