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The Copyeditor's Handbook: A Guide for Book Publishing and Corporate Communications
ISBN: 9780520286726
The Copyeditor's Handbook is an indispensable resource for both new and experienced editors. This fourth edition, written by Amy Einsohn and Marilyn Schwartz, has become a go-to guide in the field of copyediting. The book is known for its unstuffy, hip, and often funny approach to the craft of copyediting, making it both enjoyable and informative for readers.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by copyeditors, proofreaders, and anyone involved in the publishing process. It is also a valuable resource for students of English, communications, and related fields. Additionally, self-publishing authors and those writing in English as a second language can benefit from the comprehensive guidance provided.
History and Editions
The Copyeditor's Handbook has been around for several years, with the fourth edition being the most recent update. This edition incorporates the latest advice from language authorities, usage guides, and new editions of major style manuals, including The Chicago Manual of Style. It addresses the tectonic shifts in twenty-first-century copyediting, such as preparing text for digital formats, using new technologies, addressing global audiences, complying with plain language mandates, ensuring accessibility, and serving self-publishing authors.
Author and Other Works
Amy Einsohn and Marilyn Schwartz are the authors of The Copyeditor's Handbook. Both authors are well-respected in the field of copyediting and have contributed significantly to the development of editorial standards. This book is part of their extensive work in guiding editors through the complexities of the publishing industry.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers all aspects of copyediting, from basic rules to advanced techniques.
- Updated Resources: It includes updates on editorial tools, language corpora, new grammar and usage authorities, online editorial communities, and web-based research tools.
- Practical Exercises: The book is complemented by The Copyeditor's Workbook: Exercises and Tips for Honing Your Editorial Judgment, which provides practical exercises to help editors hone their skills.
- Light Entertainment: The book includes a bit of light entertainment for language lovers, such as a brief history of punctuation marks that didn’t make the grade and some Easter eggs awaiting discovery by keen-eyed readers.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780520286726
- eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780520972278
- Other Editions: The book is available in various formats, including paperback and e-book versions.
Publication Details
- Publisher: University of California Press
- Publication Date: 2019
- Number of Pages: 568
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- The book is available in multiple editions, with the fourth edition being the most recent update.
- Related ISBNs:
- 9780520972278 (eTextbook)
- 9780520286726 (Hardcover)
- Other editions and formats may be available through various retailers.
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for The Copyeditor's Handbook, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
