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6 Killer Writing Tips from a Great-Grandmother of a Copy Editor

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Here are some common homophones that bloggers get wrong. 6 Killer Writing Tips from a Great-Grandmother of a Copy Editor. . “Homophone&# sounds like an alien word, but you use homophones every day, and often incorrectly. compliment—to praise (e.g. when you tell your partner that he or she looks great). right—correct.

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15+ Best Work From Home Jobs to Bring in the Big Bucks

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Here are some job sites for when you’re ready: Smart Blogger Proofed American Copy Editors Society If you prefer creating content over reviewing it, you can be a… 6. Blogger Job Difficulty (1–5): ??? Then apply to remote jobs on sites like these: Smart Blogger ProBlogger Mediabistro Blog writing is great.

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Jobs for Bloggers - ProBlogger Job Board - Copy Editors Wanted

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20 Online Proofreading Jobs for Beginners (2024 Guide)

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Copy editors often have the responsibility of proofreading, as well. Proofreading and copyediting do involve some of the same tasks; however, a copy editor is more likely to change the phrasing or structure of a document , while a proofreader is less likely to significantly alter text before it’s published.

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7 Tips for Bloggers with Learning Disabilities

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I hire a copy editor to clean up my posts, and while the ideas, connections, turns of phrase, overall structure and layout are mine, it still feels inauthentic. Write with a copy editor. Special thanks goes out to Heather Gaskill, social worker and copy editor extraordinaire. And that can be difficult.

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15+ Online Editing Jobs for Freelancers (& Beginners) in 2023

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Whether you want to edit for the world of academia, publishing, business, or for print or the web, there’s a freelance editor job up for grabs. The post 15+ Online Editing Jobs for Freelancers (& Beginners) in 2023 appeared first on Smart Blogger. Go ahead, find your dream job today!

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Why Bloggers Should Also Be Freelance Writers

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Instead, I’m going to suggest something which you might never have considered before: becoming a freelance writer as well as being a blogger. That doesn’t mean flawless (even professional authors have copy-editors) but you should know: how to construct an engaging blog post, with a gripping introduction, clear message, and strong conclusion.