Resources
Editorial and proofreading resources:
Writing reports
If you are preparing a report I give some useful advice in compiling and designing reports in my blog Tips for writers: Writing reports. The following are links to them.
Writing CVs
If you need advice on how to compile a CV try the following links:
Punctuation and grammar
Try the University of Oxford Style Guide for information on punctuation, grammar, and general style, a must-see for writers. There is also useful information in the BBC News Style Guide.
Style sheet
Authors often find it useful to complete a style and spelling sheet for decisions made as they write in order to maintain consistency. It can also be sent to their copyeditor or proofreader when sending them their work in order to save time. Please see a sample copy for academic titles below for viewing or downloading. It can be adapted and expanded to suit your specific needs.
Some of the following resources are free to use and download from the design program:
Design
Canva
It can be used for designing logos, presentations, letters, social media, and for many other applications.
Unsplash
A free-to-use collection of photos for your documents, websites, and computer wallpapers is available at:
LINKS TO PROFESSIONAL WRITING BODIES
Alliance of Independent Authors
Their website says:
“The Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) is the premier membership association for self-publishing authors. A non-profit, ALLi provides trusted advice and education, supportive guidance, and a wide range of benefits and resources, within a friendly and accessible community of successful indie authors and advisors.”
The Society of Indexers
“The Society of Indexers promotes indexing, the quality of indexes and the profession of indexing. Founded in 1957, it is the only autonomous professional body for indexers in the United Kingdom and Ireland, and membership is open to any person who is or intends to be directly involved in indexing.”
(There is a Directory on their website to enable you to locate suitable indexers for your writing should it require one.)
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