10-step editing checklist for every writer
Whether you’re revising your own work or that of another writer, you can ensure proper spelling, punctuation, and grammar by following these guidelines.
When you’re part of a writing community, there comes a time when you’re asked to edit a friend or family member’s work. This recently was the case for me when I accepted a request to review a friend’s magazine.
After an hour of review, I was surprised by the sheer number of grammatical errors, and I attempted to negotiate how to help my friend. There were three stages to our conversation:
I was confused. Punctuation and sentence structure are part of good grammar.
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