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Book Editing: How to Edit Your Nonfiction Book Like a Pro

Book Editing: How to Edit Your Nonfiction Book Like a Pro

By Kathy Gaudry

Book editing made easier!

All books need an edit. Any author can do their first edit before publishing—if they know what to do. "Book Editing: How to Edit Your Nonfiction Book Like a Pro" covers the basic methods of how editing should be accomplished. You will learn:

  • Why your brain won’t let you edit and how to circumvent the issue
  • Checking grammar and punctuation problems
  • Reviewing logic and clarity within the manuscript
  • Using transitions properly
  • Managing verbs
  • Building stylesheets
  • Enhancing writing skills
  • Handling important nonfiction back matter

This book is for any nonfiction author who wants to do a simple edit before they publish or send their manuscript to a professional editor. Explanations are simple and easy-to-follow. Directions are specific to the nonfiction writing field. The book provides the tools that will allow any author to learn how to edit manuscripts, articles, or even business materials.

Add this book to your library of writing resources. Learn basic, simple, and easy-to-use editing information that you will find invaluable now and in the future.

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