Book description
Put your editing skills into practice with this new companion to the handbook on every copyeditor's desk.
The Copyeditor's Workbook--a companion to the indispensable Copyeditor's Handbook, now in its fourth edition--offers comprehensive and practical training for both aspiring and experienced copyeditors. Exercises of increasing difficulty and length, covering a range of subjects, enable you to advance in skill and confidence. Detailed answer keys offer a grounding in editorial basics, appropriate usage choices for different contexts and audiences, and advice on communicating effectively with authors and clients. The exercises provide an extensive workout in the knowledge and skills required of contemporary editors.
Features and Benefits
Workbook challenges editors to build their skills and to use new tools.
Exercises vary and increase in difficulty and length, allowing users to advance along the way.
Answer keys illustrate several techniques for marking copy, including marking PDFs and hand marking hard copy.
Book includes access to online exercises available for download.
ByteBard
ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options.
Dance Bloom
This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. ๐ฑ An entire library at my fingertips โ this app is a book lover's dream come true! ๐๐ Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature! ListenBookโs playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features.
Bad Bunny
The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening.
Kamikaze Granny
ListenBook is a game-changer โ it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy.
ReiGnZ
Audiobook joy made simple โ this app's ease of use is a game-changer. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey.
Uluru Walker
With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. ListenBook's customizable audio filters are a game-changer for tailoring my audiobook playback. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic! What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
ForumFusion
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. Audiobook enjoyment redefined โ this app's design focuses on the essentials. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist!
Neophyte Believer
With this app, I can devour books like never before โ it's incredibly efficient. The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption.
ManBreaker
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. Audiobooks at my fingertips โ this app's functionality is truly impressive. Savoring captivating stories has become a breeze with this app's sleek design and convenient features. It's like having a personal reading assistant! ๐ฑ๐ Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening.
Chapstick
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing various audio formats has turned my daily activities into enriching listening sessions. What a game-changer! ๐๐
InsightfulInk
Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. ๐๐ง ListenBook's commitment to a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls is evident in every aspect of the app. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Sky
This app's sleek design and intuitive navigation have made audiobook listening a seamless experience. Accessing literary treasures has never been this straightforward โ thank you, app! Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Keystone
Audiobooks have become my companion during long walks, transforming exercise into a pleasure. ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights โ it's a true audio marvel.
RedMouth
With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. ๐ง Finally, an app that understands my need for convenience and ease of use! Audiobooks have never been this accessible. ๐๐ฑ A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Aqua Diva
I've found solace in listening to audiobooks before bed โ it's my form of meditation. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. Efficiency meets audiobooks โ this app's functionality is a true standout. ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Firefly Caramel
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. ListenBookโs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Raggedy Ann
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing.
Con Mammoth
ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant โ it's that good! ๐ Turning my phone into a portal of stories โ this app's ease of use is remarkable! ๐ฑ๐ซ ๐ Rekindling my love for reading โ this app makes each day a new adventure! ๐๐ Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic.
Twinkle Cutlass
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach. As a busy individual, I appreciate ListenBook's versatility in downloading audio files from various sources. It's a time-saver for sure! ListenBook has completely transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The chapter navigation is seamless, and the statistics feature is a fun way to track my listening progress. The app is stable, fast, and incredibly user-friendly. Five stars!
Silver Cup
This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience