Copyediting and Proofreading For Dummies

Must-know techniques and resources for maximizing your accuracy and speed

Interested in becoming a copyeditor or proofreader? Want to know more about what each job entails? This friendly guide helps you position yourself for success. Polish your skills, build a winning résumé, and land the job you've always wanted. Books, magazines, Web sites, corporate documents — find out how to improve any type of publication and make yourself indispensable to writers, editors, and your boss.

• Balance between style and rules

• Master the art of the query

• Use proofreader symbols

• Edit and proof electronic documents

• Build a solid freelancing career