Monthly Archive for March, 2010

Why the Name Zen Editorial?

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Why did I name my company Zen Editorial, and why the slogan “We’re Word Conscious”?

There are several reasons. For one thing, I want my clients to feel relaxed and Zen-like when their work is in my hands. My job as an edi­tor is to clarify and tidy up their mes­sage until their words are as unclut­tered as a Zen… Read the rest >

Meeting the Author

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I recently found myself at a book signing event at Vancouver’s Banyen Books, which I believe is the largest source of spiritual books and accoutrements in town. Stephen Batchelor was promoting his new book, Confessions of a Buddhist Atheist. I’ve only just started reading it, but I’m enjoying it so far. At the book signing, Batchelor was gracious but did… Read the rest >

Even Editors Have Spelling Issues

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Hi there, dear reader, writer or fellow word geek.
I thought I’d share the words I sometimes have trouble spelling.
I’ve put this list beside my computer so I don’t have to look the words up any more.
What would be on your list?

defendant: I want to write “defendent” because the word “dependent” ends in “ent”.
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Self-Publishing in Vancouver: Tips from a Freelance Editor/Proofreader

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Are You a Vancouver Writer With a Manuscript Waiting to be Turned into an Actual Book?

Does this sound like you? You want to start — or finish — your book, but find yourself stalling because of all the unknowns. These are just some of the questions you may have (and some answers):

What do I need to do besides… Read the rest >



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