Copy Editing And Proofreading In Tupelo, MS
Copy editing examines language mechanics such as style, grammar, spelling, and word use inconsistencies. Proofreading is the final step in the process of editing. It focuses on capturing any remaining errors before formatting for grammar, spelling, and punctuation. It is not a substitute for copy editing.
Most aspiring authors feel they can self-edit their book. This couldn’t be further from the truth. A book needs a second set of eyes and sometimes a third before it can be published.
The main reason it is impossible to edit your own book is because you know your novel better than anyone else. Whether you’ve been working on your book for a month, three months or three years you know your work in and out. You might be tired of reading your own thoughts, based on how much you have pushed yourself to do that job. This causes you to overlook mistakes. Not to mention, you likely lack the knowledge and competence that a skilled editor accumulates from editing tens, if not hundreds of manuscripts each year, irrespective of your writing skills.
If you are thinking of hiring a freelance editor you might have to be very careful. It is difficult to judge a person’s skill based on a sample work. Most good quality editors are associated with publishing houses and are far more experienced then freelancers. We are not saying freelance editors are the worst but quality control is difficult when you hire someone from an independent source.
At Fair Park Publishing, we provide the best editing services for your book at an affordable price. We work with a group of highly skilled editors who will breathe life into your draft. We will provide multiple revisions to until we make your draft completely error free.