The Difference Between "Editing" and "Proofreading"

The nomenclature "editing" and "proofreading" have distinct yet very similar meanings. Editing is the revision right after the draft is finished and includes correcting spelling, formatting, checking for incorrect grammar, rewriting awkward sentences, optimizing the flow of ideas and syntax, eliminating ineffectual fragments, etc. Editing is a very involved and is most often a much more lengthy process than proofreading.

In contrast to editing, proofreading is the final review with minor corrections before the author submits the document for publication and does not typically involve extensive rewriting of sentences, idea restructuring, inconsistencies in style, headings or tenses, incorrectly numbered sequences, formatting problems, researching of information for factual errors, or reference cross-checking for accuracy.

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Affordability: Several Levels of Service Make Us Affordable

We provide several levels of editing. The level of editing needed for a book will vary according to the writer's needs and skill level. All turnaround times are based on an average manuscript size of 50,000 words. Manuscripts larger than this may require more time. Also, at times, depending on workload, there may be a waiting period before the project can be edited. 

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Level 1: Proofreading
This is the most basic level of service and is only for manuscripts that have two or fewer errors per 250-word page. Writers who desire to have one last pair of eyes on their manuscript before it is submitted or published should use this service. It is strongly recommended that authors who have line editing or content editing done also have their books proofread to have the highest quality book possible. Most publishing companies put books through a couple of rounds of editing in addition to proofreading. We offer a discount for proofreading books that we have already edited.

Turnaround time: One to two weeks.

 Level 2: Copy Editing
At this level of editing, we will correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

Turnaround time: One to three weeks

 Level 3: Line Editing 
This is by far the most common level of editing needed. At this level, we will go through the manuscript line by line and correct more pervasive errors in grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation. We will also make suggestions to improve readability, flag factual inconsistencies, and break up large paragraphs if needed.

Turnaround time: Two to three weeks 

 Level 4: Content Editing
This level of editing is appropriate for manuscripts that need the most in-depth editing and reworking. At this level, we will work on more extensive rewriting and restructuring of sentences. We will also make suggestions for changing the order of paragraphs, if needed, and flag inconsistencies within the manuscript.

***Note: Level 4 is also the only level of editing at which we will check Scripture references for accuracy. At all other levels, the author is expected to check them.

Turnaround time: Two to four weeks

Level 5: Ghostwriting and Developmental Editing
These services are offered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for a quote.

Need your book back in a hurry? No problem! We will expedite your manuscript for an additional fee (subject to the editor's availability). Please contact us at editor@anointedwritenow.com for details. 

All books will be edited to conform to The Chicago Manual of Style and The Christian Writer's Manual of Style unless otherwise requested by the author.
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General Proofreader Marks (Hardcopy Only)

Frequently used proofreading marks:

http://webster.commnet.edu/writing/symbols.htm 

Delete: , , or
Delete a letter: a diagonal line through the letter with the delete mark in the margin
Delete a word: a straight line through the word with the delete mark in the margin
Transpose:
Space needed:
Close up a space:
Delete letters and close up a word:
New paragraph:
Period or full stop:
Semicolon: or
Colon:  or 
Insert or superscript:
Insert or subscript:
Insert comma:
Insert apostrophe or single quotation mark:
Insert double quotation marks:
Insert en dash: , , or
Insert em dash: , , or 
Centered: , or 
Parenthesis: 

Frequently used abbreviations

Let it stand:
Spelling:
Capitals:
Lowercase:
Italics:
Roman typeface:
Bold typeface:
Faulty diction: DICT
Awkwardly expressed or constructed: AWK
Wordy, too verbose: WDY
Wrong word used (e.g. to/too): WW

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Screenplay and Dialogue Editing

We proofread and edit plays and screenplays with industry standard formatting for submission.

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Featured client: Apostle Joy Vassal is quite a prolific playwright. Her playwriting skills are exemplified in her highly acclaimed self-produced drama, The Old Man and the New Man, a thought-provoking and spiritually insightful episode with mass appeal across cultural and economic boundaries. This marvelous play was developed for television in 1999. She also produced Gloria Suffering and The King Is Coming. In addition to these plays, Apostle Joy has written for Miles magazine, Canada’s first Christian magazine and is also the author of two books, Turn around and See the Lord and Demons Are Real.

Apostle Joy Vassal is anointed  to preach the good news gospel of Jesus Christ and believes her mission is to admonish all people to turn around and see the salvation of the Lord. Through a compelling proclamation of the gospel, her ministry empowers disciples of Jesus Christ to wrestle victoriously against Satan and all his cohorts so that the manifold blessings, healing, miracles, and prosperity in Christ Jesus our Lord and Saviour are manifested in their daily lives. Joy is available for speaking engagements and may be reached at info@joyvassal.com and www.joyvassal.com

Writing Style Guidelines 

Consistency and professionalism in communication are key components of how an author presents himself or herself. Institutions of higher education and their graduates, especially, should hold themselves to a high standard, reflective of their intrinsic purpose. To these ends, The Chicago Manual of Style has been selected as the official reference source for most professionally published and academic writing. The exception to this policy is treatment of religious terms, such as biblical references, references to God, and theological events. For these, refer to The Christian Writer's Manual Of Style by Robert Hudson published by Zondervan.

An essential tool for writers, editors, proofreaders, designers, copywriters, production managers, and marketers too. The Christian Writer’s Manual of Style is an essential tool not only for writers of religious materials, but for their editors, proofreaders, designers, copywriters, production managers, and even marketers. Rather than simply repeating style information commonly available in standard references, this newly updated and expanded edition includes points of grammar, punctuation, usage, book production and design, and written style that are often overlooked in other manuals. It focuses on information relating to the unique needs and demands of religious publications, such as discussions on how to correctly quote the Bible, how to capitalize and use common religious terms, and how to abbreviate the books of the Bible and other religious words. Also included are rarely found items such as: * an author’s guide to obtaining permissions * guidelines for using American, British, and Mid-Atlantic styles * discussions of inclusive language, profanity, and ethnic sensitivities * discussions of Internet and computer-related language style * a list of problem words * style issues regarding words from major world religions * a discussion of handling brand names in text * a list of common interjections * issues of type design, paper, copy-fit This edition has been completely updated since the 1988 edition and contains more than twice as much information as the previous edition. This is the most detailed and comprehensive guide of its kind.

Contributor	Robert Hudson
Short Bio	Robert Hudson  Robert Hudson is a senior editor-at-large at Zondervan. With his wife, Shelly Townsend-Hudson, he has written Companions for the Soul, and with Duane W. H. Arnold he has written Beyond Belief: What the Martyrs Said to God. He also edits the online literary magazine, Working Poet.com.
UPC	025986487713
ISBN-10	0310487714
ISBN-13	9780310487715
Publish Date	Apr 11, 2004

Speeches, Mission Statements, and Biographies are specialties of BHCO.

Speeches, Mission Statements, and Biographies are specialties of BHCO. Save time and let us write flawlessly for you today according to your requirements and specifications. In print or on the web, we can deliver affordable professional copy in any format you need within 48 hours. Your satisfaction is absolutely guaranteed. 

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