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Is the #1 mistake in written content not writing #1 instead of 'number one'?(and perhaps not leaving some contact details since your profile is set to private?)
Choosing to write #1 or "number one" is a stylistic decision, not a writing mistake. I can be contacted through messaging if anybody is interested in learning more about my services. I didn't post here so that random people on the Internet could leave rude comments. My assumption was that this group was for editors and writers to post and seek services. Are you commenting here to troll or are you truly interested in this group? Perhaps you need not post anything at all if you're more interested in being combative than utilizing this resource. Thank you for welcoming me to this group with such open arms.
My intention was not to troll, I apologise if you took it that way. It was a genuine question (albeit I realise now I haven't phrased it as 'nicely' as I could and I am sorry for that) - I just thought it was universally recognised that up to twenty numbers should be written in words and in numerals after that.The second was also a genuine prompt as I thought it was an omission on your part - when I read your post I went to look on your profile for futher contact and information and wasn't able to find any, that's all. Most people have their website on their profile if they don't leave it on the thread. It might be a thought.
Anyway, my apologies for poor wording and for making you feel unwelcome. It genuinely wasn't my intention and I hope you accept them.
Thank you for the clarification. It can be heard to interpret tone and intent through the Internet. I was just surprised that the first comment I received seemed to be combative. I do plan on adding more contact information to my profile. This has been my personal profile for many years and I hadn't decided how I wanted to reconcile my personal and professional information or if I was going to create an entirely new profile for my editing services. It's something I'm giving thought to.
I am a freelance editor and have been receiving work mostly from word of mouth and references and therefore do not have an official website. I have a Facebook page and am the Founding Editor of a new online literary journal. I suppose I can post links to those, although they are still in their infancy.
http://www.facebook.com/InkedEditing
http://journalwomenwriters.wordpress.com
It seems a lot of people are preferring fledgeling editors (I myself also freelance, and my website doesn't look as professional as it could. I've noticed that there has been a greater uptake of services since including even that website though - so prosting them was probably a good idea.I guess people just like to read up on/about who they're going to be working with before they commit. I wish you luck with it (and yes, I'm now off to have a nose at your websites!)
Makes sense, especially for Indie writers, to hire freelance. I don't burden my clients with overhead costs since I can work at any time and anywhere I choose. I've found Indie writers to be the most gracious and inspiring writers as well. They are filled with gratitude and I prefer to support their ventures. I am also a writer and working on my manuscript so I understand limited budget and the needs of a new writer. Hopefully my links will help others to "see" the person behind the editing and, like you say, read up on me. Thank you for your suggestions. I initially wasn't sure if including my links would be spamming the discussion. Feel free to poke around and offer sound advice if you feel the sites need anything. They are a work in progress.
I am particularly enjoying The California Journal of Women Writers! I think these are perfect for people to see the person behind the service :)
Jennifer wrote: "Thank you for the clarification. It can be heard to interpret tone and intent through the Internet. I was just surprised that the first comment I received seemed to be combative. I do plan on add..."
Jennifer,
I am also new to this discussion and am getting ready to set up as a freelancer. Like you, I am struggling with how to balance my privacy and the desire prospective clients have to get a sense of who I am before contacting me. I'd be interested to know more about what you are thinking about achieving that balance.
And I appreciate your sensitivity to the issue of possibly posting unwelcome on this discussion, but I think you have been perfectly appropriate and was glad to see the link to the journal. I've only glanced at it, but it looked intriguing.
Ruth
What's the #1 mistake in written content? Having a great message but less than professional presentation. I can help you get your message across in a way that guarantees your writing will be successfully reviewed and received by readers.
I'm a freelance editor with a B.A. in English and Comparative Literature, as well as the founding editor for a new online literary journal. In my professional life I have been a technical writer, copywriter, small local press intern, poetry journal intern, slush reader, marketing manager, and social media consultant. I am a voracious reader with an analytical mind, an eye for detail, and a passion for writing and publishing in general.
My services fit a wide array of formats: press releases, manuscripts, poetry, prose, flash fiction, corporate identity, website content, marketing materials, term papers, graduate theses, dissertations, and more, including book to screenwriting adaptation. I believe it's a requirement to have at least a second set of eyes on your written content in order to catch the things that you just can't see for yourself.
You may be concerned that editing will eliminate your voice from your work but the best editing is invisible. The job of an editor is not to change the substance of your work but to polish and refine it, not to alter or eliminate your voice but to enhance it. A good editor will make you a better writer by showing you how and where your work can be improved. Let me be your final edit to make sure your work is as close to perfect as it can be before you publish.
I make quality proofreading and editorial services accessible for even the tightest budgets and am willing to do a small sample edit of your work free of charge.
For an in-depth description of my editorial services and rates, please contact me with the type of service you're requesting and the turn-around time.
I look forward to working with you!
*All work remains your own. I never disclose any information about the projects I'm working on.