Glossary
We’ve curated a glossary of terms regarding all things writing and publishing related. From commonly-used terms to abbreviations, our glossary will guide writers and people starting out in publishing, to cut through the jargon and gain a better understanding.
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Evaluation edit
Looking at plot, characters, tone and chances of publication.
Ingram
A book and e-book distributor, and a print-on-demand service provider.
Line editing
Editing sentence flow, looking out for repetitions and improving overall clarity and tone.
Print-on-demand (POD)
The facility to print and bind books at short notice without the need for a large print run, using digital technology. When an order comes through, a digital file of the book can be printed automatically and individually.
Proof reader
Someone employed to carry out proofreading.