| The McGraw-Hill Desk Reference for Editors, Writers, and Proofreaders(book + CD-Rom) [With CDROM] Contributor(s): Sullivan, K. D. (Author), Eggleston, Merilee (Author) |
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ISBN: 007147000X ISBN-13: 9780071470001 Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies OUR PRICE: $25.20 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2006 Annotation: More essential than a red pencil, this is the one tool you can't go without Whether you're a manager, an administrative assistant, a student, or a webmaster, at some point on the job you'll also need to become editor, writer, and proofreader. And no matter what you read or write--business reports, term papers, even the simplest e-mail memos--it has to be free of errors before it leaves your hands. With this all-in-one guide at your side, you can be sure that every sentence is written the right way. For crafting perfect documents, this essential reference shows you how to: Edit and proofread Web pages and PowerPoint presentations Use PDF and Microsoft Word technology to streamline editing Make proofreader's marks Understand proper punctuation Identify and correct commonly misspelled words Keep your style consistent Use formatting and fonts with finesse The CD-ROM has even more tools to tweak your writing! * Starter Style Sheet * 12 Tips for Compelling Writing * Words Most Often Misspelled * Complete Editorial Checklist * Editing PDFs--a Quick Reference * Checklist for Web Editing * Proofreading/Editing Test * Expanded/Professional Style Sheet Template * and more! |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines | Editing & Proofreading - Language Arts & Disciplines | Spelling & Vocabulary |
| Dewey: 428.2 |
| LCCN: 2006921061 |
| Physical Information: 0.74" H x 7.76" W x 9" (0.98 lbs) 238 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Packed with customizable editing tools--this practical, up-to-date reference includes the latest on writing and editing online The McGraw-Hill Desk Reference for Editors, Writers, and Proofreaders is an indispensable resource for writers, editors, proofreaders, and virtually everyone responsible for crafting clear, polished writing. Ideal for professionals and novices alike, it guides you through the entire proofreading and editing process and features a CD-ROM with more than 25 interactive tools and checklists. This all-in-one package offers style sheet templates, a list of editor's symbols, comprehensive editing and proofreading checklists, and guides to commonly misspelled and confused words. It also presents advice on electronically editing and proofreading for the Web. |
Contributor Bio(s): Eggleston, Merilee: - McGraw-Hill authors represent the leading experts in their fields and are dedicated to improving the lives, careers, and interests of readers worldwideSullivan, K. D.: - K.D. Sullivan is an internationally recognized authority on proofreading. Founder and CEO of Creative Solutions Editorial, a national proofreading and editorial agency, she is also the coauthor of the recently published book The Gremlins of Grammar. Merilee Eggleston has more than twenty years' experience as an editor, writer, and proofreader. She has edited more than 100 books, written advertising copy and materials for online education, and is the coauthor of The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Spanish for Health Care Professionals. |