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Developmental Editing: A Handbook For Freelancers, Authors, And Publishers (Chicago Guides To Writing, Editing, And Publishing)
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Editing Is A Tricky Business. It Requires Analytical Flair And Creative Panache, The Patience Of A Saint And The Vision Of A Writer. Transforming A Manuscript Into A Book That Edifies, Inspires, And Sells? Thats The Job Of The Developmental Editor, Whose Desk Is The First Stop For Many Manuscripts On The Road To Bookdoma Route Ably Mapped Out In The Pages Of Developmental Editing.Author Scott Norton Has Worked With A Diverse Range Of Authors, Editors, And Publishers, And His Handbook Provides An Approach To Developmental Editing That Is Logical, Collaborative, Humorous, And Realistic. He Starts With The Core Tasks Of Shaping The Proposal, Finding The Hook, And Building The Narrative Or Argument, And Then Turns To The Hard Work Of Executing The Plan And Establishing A Style.Developmental Editing Includes Detailed Case Studies Featuring A Variety Of Nonfiction Bookselectionyear Polemic, Popular Science, Memoir, Travel Guideand Authors Ranging From Firsttimer To Veteran, Journalist To Scholar. Handy Sidebars Offer Advice On How To Become A Developmental Editor, Create Effective Illustration Programs, And Adapt Sophisticated Fiction Techniques (Such As Point Of View, Suspense, Plotting, Character, And Setting) To Nonfiction Writing.Nortons Book Also Provides Freelance Copyeditors With A Way To Earn Higher Fees While Introducing More Creativity Into Their Work Lives. It Gives Acquisitions, Marketing, And Production Staff A Vocabulary For Diagnosing A Manuscripts Flaws And Techniques For Transforming It Into A Bestseller. And Perhaps Most Importantly, Developmental Editing Equips Authors With The Concrete Tools They Need To Reach Their Audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is developmental editing? A: Developmental editing involves working closely with authors to shape their manuscript's structure, narrative, and overall flow. It focuses on enhancing the content's clarity, coherence, and effectiveness before it reaches the copyediting stage.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Developmental Editing'? A: The author of 'Developmental Editing: A Handbook for Freelancers, Authors, and Publishers' is Scott Norton.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: This book was published on November 30, 2011.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are the main topics covered in 'Developmental Editing'? A: The book covers topics such as shaping proposals, finding hooks, building narratives, executing editing plans, and adapting techniques from fiction to nonfiction.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in editing? A: Yes, 'Developmental Editing' is suitable for both beginners and experienced editors, providing insights and practical advice for freelancers and authors alike.
- Q: Does this book include case studies? A: Yes, the book includes detailed case studies featuring a variety of nonfiction genres such as memoirs, travel guides, and popular science.
- Q: Can this book help freelance editors increase their fees? A: Yes, the book offers strategies for freelance copyeditors to enhance their skill set and potentially earn higher fees through creative approaches.
- Q: What is the main benefit of reading 'Developmental Editing'? A: The main benefit is gaining a comprehensive understanding of the developmental editing process, equipping editors and authors with practical tools to improve their manuscripts and reach audiences effectively.