EDITING
Areas of expertise include: academic, creative and journalistic writing, as well as high school level educational resources.
Copy editing | Preparing the document for distribution or publication through the following: clarifying meaning, eliminating jargon, polishing language by editing for grammar, usage, spelling, punctuation and other mechanics of style; checking for consistency of mechanics and for internal consistency of facts; ensuring that references in the text are correctly cited in the bibliography.
Substantive/Structural Editing | Clarifying or reorganising a manuscript for content and structure, style, length and level; may involve copy editing and rewriting. Checking flow and improving the quality and clarity of the text. She will ensure that the document makes sense, cut down on wordiness, and clarify any ambiguity. Does not include the following unless specified: research, negotiating changes with author, writing original material.
Rewriting | Creating a new manuscript or parts of a manuscript on the basis of content and research supplied by the author. Does not include the following unless specified: research, negotiating changes with author, writing original material.
Proofreading | This is usually done after a document has already already been edited. It goes beyond “spellcheck” to catch errors a computer might miss, to ensure there are no grammatical errors. The proofreader will check for spelling errors, punctuation errors, typos or incorrect use of regional English.
Note | Services DO NOT include digital formatting or document layout for print and/or publication, although comments on font size, line spacing and paragraph indentation may be offered where applicable. However, should you require such services, Bluestocking can refer you accordingly.
WRITING
Creative
Magazine
Newspaper
Website Copy
Corporate
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