Proofreading and Editing: The Art of Proofreading & Editing Your Manuscript. This author's guidebook describes in simple terms the necessity of proofreading and editing your book's contents and the Importance of Perfection. The book discusses topics such as everyday editing, editors on editing; editing made easy, self editing for writers, proofreading vs. copyediting, and checking your manuscript. Written by bestselling author Dr. Treat Preston, his goal is to provide a simple and easy to follow guidebook that allows authors to master the art of self-editing while they build their careers towards employing professionals. Here is the TABLE OF CONTENTS... DISCLAIMER AND TERMS OF USE AGREEMENT: Introduction - Your Readers Expect The Best Chapter 1 - Perfection Is An Ongoing Process Chapter 2 - Editing Misconceptions Chapter 3 - The Difference Between Proofreading vs. Copyediting Chapter 4 - Text & Proofreading for Foreign Languages Chapter 5 - Proofreader's Marks Chapter 6 - Top Ten Things To Check In Your Manuscript Chapter 7 - The Meaning of Words Lie in the Feelings; Not in the Words Chapter 8 - Nothing External Will Brand the Human Heart I Have a Special Gift for My Readers Meet the Authors Any person attempting to earn a living as an author of any genre needs to read this book. It is an enlightening read and a book that should be in every author's personal library.