Editors on Editing: What Writers Need to Know About What Editors Do
Since 1962 Editors on Editing has been an indispensable guide for editors, would-be editors, and especially writers who want to understand the publishing process. Written by America’s most distinguished editors, these 38 essays will teach, inform, and inspire anyone interested in the world of editing. Editors on Editing includes essays on the evolution of the American editor; the ethical and moral dimensions of editing; what an editor looks for in a query letter, proposal, and manuscript; line editing; copyediting; the freelance editor; the question of political correctness; making the most of writers’ conferences; and numerous other topics
1102226533
Editors on Editing: What Writers Need to Know About What Editors Do
Since 1962 Editors on Editing has been an indispensable guide for editors, would-be editors, and especially writers who want to understand the publishing process. Written by America’s most distinguished editors, these 38 essays will teach, inform, and inspire anyone interested in the world of editing. Editors on Editing includes essays on the evolution of the American editor; the ethical and moral dimensions of editing; what an editor looks for in a query letter, proposal, and manuscript; line editing; copyediting; the freelance editor; the question of political correctness; making the most of writers’ conferences; and numerous other topics
18.0 In Stock
Editors on Editing: What Writers Need to Know About What Editors Do

Editors on Editing: What Writers Need to Know About What Editors Do

by Gerald C. Gross (Editor)
Editors on Editing: What Writers Need to Know About What Editors Do

Editors on Editing: What Writers Need to Know About What Editors Do

by Gerald C. Gross (Editor)

Paperback(REV)

$18.00 
  • SHIP THIS ITEM
    In stock. Ships in 1-2 days.
  • PICK UP IN STORE

    Your local store may have stock of this item.

Related collections and offers


Overview

Since 1962 Editors on Editing has been an indispensable guide for editors, would-be editors, and especially writers who want to understand the publishing process. Written by America’s most distinguished editors, these 38 essays will teach, inform, and inspire anyone interested in the world of editing. Editors on Editing includes essays on the evolution of the American editor; the ethical and moral dimensions of editing; what an editor looks for in a query letter, proposal, and manuscript; line editing; copyediting; the freelance editor; the question of political correctness; making the most of writers’ conferences; and numerous other topics

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780802132635
Publisher: Grove/Atlantic, Inc.
Publication date: 01/12/1994
Edition description: REV
Pages: 377
Product dimensions: 6.13(w) x 9.25(h) x (d)
From the B&N Reads Blog

Customer Reviews