By:
Melissa Donovan
The
human mind is a funny thing; it likes to play tricks on us.
For
example, when we proofread and edit our own writing, we tend to read it as we
think it should be, which means we misread our own typos and other spelling,
grammar, and punctuation mistakes as well as problems with word choice and
sentence structure, context, and overall readability.
If
you have a friend or family member who has good grammar skills, maybe they can
help you out by proofreading and editing your work before you
send it out or publish it.
For
special submissions and publications, hiring a professional proofreader or
editor is the best way to make sure your writing is free of errors.
But
for most of us, it’s not likely that anyone’s going to proofread and edit every
single piece of writing that we create. That’s especially true for writers who
put out a lot of material — like bloggers, copywriters, and freelancers.
Proofreading and editing services can get expensive and friends and family
probably don’t want to spend all their evenings checking your work.
Do-It-Yourself
Proofreading and Editing Tips
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Read the full article HERE!
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