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The following should be
on every would-be proofreader's bookshelf:
The
Concise Oxford Dictionary
Synopsis
This
dictionary comprehensively covers the vocabulary of the English-speaking
world. It features hundreds of new words and meanings with a special focus
on fast-changing areas of the language such as new technology, e-commerce,
fashion, and youth culture. In addition there is a 40-page section including
information on countries and nationalities, alphabets and accents, weights
and measures, and a games and puzzles wordfinder. There is also a grammar
guide and a section covering the language emerging through new technologies
such as SMS.
Freelance
Proofreading and Copy-editing - A Guide
Synopsis
This entry-level sourcebook
is aimed at those without experience in either the freelance field or the
publishing industry. It contains an overview of the publishing process
and the freelance's role within it; basic proofreading and copy-editing
techniques; where and how to find work and training; and a series of instructional
exercises which are both evaluative and educational. Purchasers are also
granted access to information updates at the author's website.
The
New Hart's Rules
Synopsis
Hart's Rules for Compositors and Readers at the University Press, Oxford was first printed in 1893. This classic reference work for writers, editors, and publishers was in print through 39 editions for nearly one hundred years. The New Hart's Rules is a brand-new text that brings the principles of the old text into the 21st century, providing answers to questions of editorial style for a new generation of professionals. Writers and editors of all kinds will find this handy guide an indispensable companion in their work. Twenty chapters give information on all aspects of writing and of preparing copy for publication, whether in print or electronically. The New Hart's Rules covers a broad range of topics including publishing terms, layout and headings, how to treat illustrations, hyphenation, punctuation, UK and US usage, bibliographies and notes, and indexing. The chapters have been compiled by a team of experts and consultants, and the book draws on the unrivalled expertise of Oxford's Reference Department. It is also endorsed by the Society for Editors and Proofreaders. The text is designed and organized for maximum accessibility with clearly displayed examples throughout. Authoritative and comprehensive, The New Hart's Rules is the essential desk guide for all writers and editors, and together with the New Oxford Spelling Dictionary and the New Oxford Dictionary for Writers and Editors forms the complete editorial reference set.
The New
Oxford Dictionary for Writers and Editors
Synopsis
The New Oxford Dictionary for Writers and Editors is the essential A-Z guide for everyone who works with words. Drawing on the expertise of the Oxford Dictionaries department, it provides authoritative advice on those words and names which raise questions time after time because of spelling, capitalization, hyphenation, or cultural or historical context. As well as lexical terms, there are many proper names included: from place names and personal names to names of institutions, literary references, and books of the Bible. Entries give full coverage of recommended spellings, variant forms, confusable words, hyphenation, capitalization, foreign and specialist terms, proper names, and abbreviations. The New Oxford Dictionary for Writers and Editors has long been an indispensable part of any editor's reference shelf; now, the text is even more useful than before, and appears in a new handbook size. It is an essential tool for writers, editors, publishers, journalists, and web editors, and together with The New Hart's Rules and the New Oxford Spelling Dictionary forms the complete editorial reference set. See also The Oxford Style Manual in Copy-editing basics.
The New
Oxford Spelling Dictionary
Synopsis
The New Oxford Spelling Dictionary has been prepared in consultation with professional editors and proofreaders to offer the quickest and most authoritative reference for spelling and word division. It is the essential guide for a wide range of people who work with the written word, whether on paper or in electronic form. This text was compiled using the unrivalled resources of Oxford Dictionaries' language research programme; it gives unambiguous and authoritative guidance on spelling and form for over 110,000 words, including capitalization, hyphenation of compounds, and irregular inflections. US and UK spellings are covered in full. It also includes thousands of people, places, and other proper names. Full coverage of word division, indicating both primary (preferred) and secondary breaks for every suitable word, makes the New Oxford Spelling Dictionary the only reference suitable for editors, typesetters, proofreaders, and copy writers needing to make authoritative and consistent decisions relating to line endings. Its use will contribute to high-quality and accurate editorial standards. The New Oxford Spelling Dictionary has been freshly designed for ease of access to the information, and the new handbook size makes it ideal as a quick reference tool. Together with the New Oxford Dictionary for Writers and Editors and The New Hart's Rules it is an essential part of every editor's and writer's toolkit. Alternatively . . .
The
Oxford Quick Reference Spelling Dictionary
Synopsis
With its brand new spell-it-right guide, the Oxford Quick Reference Spelling Dictionary provides guidance on correct usage of the English language. Including information on American English spelling, hyphenation points and geographical names, it should be a valuable reference book for anybody wanting quick and straightforward answers to their spelling queries. This book is intended for anyone who needs to check their spelling quickly, and for all those who produce printed or word-processed text.
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