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Editing efficiency tools

Learn about tools to help you work better and faster

Dig into this toolbox of resources. They'll help you speed up your editing and proofreading process and increase your hourly rate.
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Articles about editing and proofreading tools

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Free templates for editors and proofreaders

3 free time-saving templates

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Free invoicing template
Free scheduling template
Free excel template for pricing
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List of editorial societies

Find your national editorial society

There are national and regional editorial societies all over the globe! To find one that fits your journey, and discover what it has to offer in terms of resources, community and training, click on the button below.
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Free checklist and booklets

Proofreading checklist

I've proofread over 500 books for the mainstream publishing industry. The checklist is based on the house guidelines provided by the publishers I've worked for, and is for anyone checking final designed page proofs.

It's free when you sign up to The Editorial Letter!
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Free guide: Becoming a Fiction Editor

Guidance on inclusive and respectful writing

Explore resources that help editors and writers work to actively consider whether the words in a novel are driving story forward and enriching readers, or causing unintended harm. 

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The tools linked to in this booklet aim to help you apply good editorial judgement to fiction from a conscious-language perspective.
Free booklet: Brand book sample
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Keep track of your brand essentials

Recording brand-critical information ensures your website and other business materials are consistent and ooze with the flavour of you!​
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This sample booklet shows you how I did it. Download a free PDF here:
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Free booklet: Brand book sample
The Canva template is included free with Branding for Business Growth, Marketing Toolbox for Editors and Editor Website Essentials. Log in to access the template and create your own brand book quickly. If you don't yet have access, take advantage of the course discounts when you download the sample booklet.

6 free booklets to help you increase productivity

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Free booklet: 12 ways to prepare a book file for editing
Free booklet: Digital editing swag
Free booklet:  60 tools and tips
Free booklet: Spice up your proofreading efficiency
Free booklet:  52 free business tools
Free booklet: Formatting in Word: Find and replace
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Free webinars for editors and proofreaders

Start a Fiction Editing Business