"Are you selling me a solution or a dependency?" is a question I think more people should ask.
Rhiannon
@rhiannonroot.bsky.social
Copy editor. Cat mom. Sushi fiend. Romance novel aficionado. (She/her)
An error I run into surprisingly frequently while copyediting: Calvary/cavalry. The first one is where Jesus was crucified. The second is the one with the horses.
Today in “huh, that’s nice”: section editor asked for my opinion about a headline and took my advice. (I said in general I avoid using the word “accusers” in headlines and copy.) #AmEditing
Catching up with today’s #StetChat. Sorry I missed the party, got busy with work. 😭
Today in damn it: Trying to write a headline about “mouthfeel” and the food industry is tricky because it easily skews sexual. What is my life? #AmEditing
Today in ughhh: I will likely have to watch AI political slop ads a lot for my job this election cycle. …damn it. #AmEditing
It's back-to-school as a compound modifier, but no hyphens in back to school on its own. For example, he bought back-to-school supplies, and she went back to school.
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PAID GIG: I'm looking for someone who knows Spanish Sign Language. I'm going to be translating a graphic novel where SSL is featured (hooray for d/Deaf rep!!) and I want to be sure that I get the text aligned with the signs in the artwork. This should be happening at some point this year. #xl8
“…helped crippled the economy…” —> “…helped crush the economy…” #AmEditing
Had to look up information about the Tango World Championship today for a story and wow good thing I retained some Spanish language knowledge from high school*. (Had subtitles on too.) #AmEditing *also I watch “90 Day Fiancé,” so that kinda helped too?
A1: If your book is traditionally published, that publisher likely has their own style guide that outlines their house’s stylistic preferences. Your copyeditor will create a style sheet specific to your book. Chicago, APA, AP are style manuals. #StetChat
Wednesday-morning people: I apologize for continuing to beat this drum, but there's still not even ONE nibble of interest for giving these affectionate cats a real home. Please, if there's a chance that you might know someone who *knows* someone who could be That Person, reshare far and wide.
Shecky@shecky.bsky.social · 4w agoORPHANED CATS NEED FOREVER HOME IN NORTHEAST (PLEASE READ *ENTIRE* THREAD) My wife's childhood friend died Thursday, leaving his two *mildly* special-needs cats. The elder, Wally, is about 13. ABSOLUTELY affectionate cat; GLORIOUSLY dim. His only issue is that he poops in bathtubs if given a chance
I’ve written about seven different headlines trying to get Dolly’s obituary just right. #AmEditing
“ first lady Dolly Madison” —> “first lady Dolley Madison” #AmEditing
Anyone available for a 22K-word PDF proofread in the next week? It’s a nonfic self-help book by a family medicine doctor w/ stories about the concept of karma that I substantive edited, copyedited, and designed. You'll work directly with me. Tell me your rate (flat or hourly). DM for more info!
Kevin passed about an hour ago. The time to find his cats a home IS now, and I'm not one step closer to finding it. Please, friends.
Shecky@shecky.bsky.social · last mo.FRIENDS IN THE NYC AREA: Okay, this is a tough one, but please bear with me. My wife's lifelong friend has stage 4 pancreatic cancer and is desperately seeking a home for his two cats when that time comes. The elder, Wally, is something like 13 years old and DELIGHTFULLY dim. The younger, Doris,
“Indie horror hit ‘Obsessed’ …” —> “indie horror hit ‘Obsession’…” #AmEditing
“…reacted similarly to Mr. Biden’s meat probe” —> me: 👀 —> “…reacted similarly to Mr. Biden’s meat investigation” …well that’s going in the example folder for #ACESCaution #AmEditing
Today in editing questions I have to field because I’m in charge: How do we style “hoes”? …this is my life. These are my choices. #AmEditing
“Periscope clear, Captain.” “Okay. Take us up, XO.”
François K@francoisknyc.bsky.social · last mo.One more for #Caturday !
Against all odds, I got away with a weird headline on A1 tomorrow. So check that out. 🍞 #AmEditing
Am I working a “Total Eclipse of the Heart” reference into this eclipse wild art? Yes, yes I am. Do I expect my boss will let me get away with it? No. #AmEditing
I'm so glad it wasn't cloudy so I could witness the magesty of nature!
Sophie Molly@sophiemolly.co.uk · last mo.😻😻😻
Solar eclipse today. Save your eyes from the sun.
I have written a headline that will either make my boss laugh or exasperate him greatly. 🎺 I’ll keep you posted. #AmEditing