Cynthia Saver emphasizes the importance of self-editing in manuscript preparation to enhance its quality before submission. Through a structured approach involving broad assessments and detailed checks, authors can identify gaps and errors, ensuring their work communicates effectively and is free of common pitfalls. Engaging peers for feedback is also recommended.
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Announcing: Working Guide to Editorial Systems
The Working Guide to Editorial Systems (WGES) is a dynamic resource aimed at editors and peer reviewers in scholarly publishing. Launching on May 1 with seven entries, it responds to real editorial questions and will be updated bi-monthly. Available by subscription with early enrollment available at a special rate.
Becoming a Ruthless Editor Revisited
Leslie H. Nicoll, an experienced editor, shares effective editing strategies to help authors streamline their manuscripts. Key tips include identifying vague, redundant, and tangential content, removing unnecessary paragraphs and sentences, and eliminating repetitive phrases—referred to as "pizza pies." Nicoll emphasizes the importance of concise writing for successful submissions.