The Chicago Guide to Copyediting Fiction by Amy J. Schneider (English) Hardcover

Description: The Chicago Guide to Copyediting Fiction by Amy J. Schneider A book-world veteran offers the first copyediting guide focused exclusively on fiction. Although The Chicago Manual of Style is widely used by writers and editors of all stripes, it is primarily concerned with nonfiction, a fact long lamented by the fiction community. In this long-awaited book from the publisher of the Manual, Amy J. Schneider, a veteran copyeditor whos worked on bestsellers across a wide swath of genres, delivers a companionable editing guide geared specifically toward fiction copyeditors—the first book of its type. In a series of approachable thematic chapters, Schneider offers cogent advice on how to deal with dialogue, voice, grammar, conscious language, and other significant issues in fiction. She focuses on the copyediting tasks specific to fiction—such as tracking the details of fictional characters, places, and events to ensure continuity across the work—and provides a slew of sharp, practicable solutions drawn from her twenty-five years of experience working for publishers both large and small. The Chicago Guide to Copyediting Fiction is sure to prove an indispensable companion to The Chicago Manual of Style and a versatile tool for copyeditors working in the multifaceted landscape of contemporary fiction. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Amy J. Schneider is a copyeditor with twenty-eight years of experience and the owner of Featherschneider Editorial Services. She has copyedited approximately five hundred novels and anthologies, including bestsellers in a variety of genres. Table of Contents Introduction Part I: The Process of Copyediting Fiction 1: The Fiction Copyeditors Mindset 2: The Fiction Copyeditors Workflow Part II: Building Your Fiction Style Sheet 3: General Style 4: Characters 5: Places 6: Timeline Part III: Editorial Issues Specific to Fiction 7: Grammar and Usage in Fiction 8: Copyediting Dialogue 9: When Fact and Fiction Collide Conclusion Acknowledgments Appendix A: Style Sheet Templates Appendix B: File Management Appendix C: Multiple Monitors Glossary Recommended Resources Index Review "A roadmap that should be on the must-read list of any professional editor whos serious about the art of copyediting fiction." * Louise Harnby, advanced professional member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading *"Copyeditors have long wished for a comprehensive and authoritative guide to working with fiction, and The Chicago Guide to Copyediting Fiction fills that void admirably. Amy Schneider takes you by the hand and provides valuable guidance on approach and fiction-specific style considerations based on her vast experience. New and seasoned fiction copyeditors both will find it useful in their day-to-day work. Authors, too, can benefit from the wealth of knowledge in this book, especially the sections on characters and timelines. This book is a must-read for every copyeditor who works with fiction." * Lori Paximadis, founder of Pax Studio *"A thoroughly helpful resource that I wish had been around when I first began my editing career. Now, years later, after meeting and interacting with writers and editors of all levels, I can say with confidence that Schneiders guidance is sorely needed for those who dont realize that the world of make-believe is just as specialized and nuanced as any other field." * Crystal Watanabe, owner and lead editor of Pikkos House *"From the details of building a useful stylesheet to the philosophical depths of the editors role in fiction, Schneider has transformed decades of experience into an invaluable and engaging resource that will guide wordsmiths for years to come. Veterans of the field will find much of value here, and new or aspiring copyeditors should drop everything and read this book immediately." * Sarah Grey, development editor at OReilly Media *"The Chicago Guide to Copyediting Fiction will please both fiction editors and authors who must self-edit. . . [Schneider] quickly but thoroughly covers style guides, characters, and locations. Each provides excellent advice to help authors create richer descriptions of these key story ingredients. The text is packed with good examples, as well as advice on handling issues you wont find in other guides." * Technical Communication *"Schneiders The Chicago Guide to Copyediting Fiction is a detailed, confidence-boosting resource for fiction editors at all levels of experience. . . Schneider puts the spotlight on fiction editing, writing with authority and a deep understanding of a fiction editors specific needs, and the hands-on experience to provide useful solutions to plenty of common issues." * Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading *"A sure-footed first move into the mill of copyediting contemporary fiction. . . . Schneiders book will likely stand as gospel for copy editors who consider fiction their bread and butter." * Publishing Research Quarterly *"Schneiders The Chicago Guide to Copyediting Fiction fills a need for an authoritative handbook focused on issues particular to fiction. . . An invaluable handbook for authors as well as editors." * Choice * Review Quote "From the details of building a useful stylesheet to the philosophical depths of the editors role in fiction, Schneider has transformed decades of experience into an invaluable and engaging resource that will guide wordsmiths for years to come. Veterans of the field will find much of value here, and new or aspiring copyeditors should drop everything and read this book immediately." Details ISBN0226823040 Author Amy J. Schneider Series Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing Language English Year 2023 ISBN-10 0226823040 ISBN-13 9780226823041 Format Hardcover Publisher The University of Chicago Press Imprint University of Chicago Press Country of Publication United States Pages 240 Illustrations 27 halftones Publication Date 2023-03-16 NZ Release Date 2023-03-16 US Release Date 2023-03-16 UK Release Date 2023-03-16 DEWEY 808.027 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2023-05-17 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:142689809;

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