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Old 12-20-2010, 01:27 AM   #31
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I think we overestimate the quality of what people will read and enjoy. Not only that, but people don't really know anymore which grammar and punctuation are correct (and I say that as someone whose grammar and punctuation are not great). Both issues are products of the times we live in.
Which is exactly why copyeditors are needed.

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I think, initially, we'll see poor English in self-published e-books. However, as the authors establish themselves a bit, they'll put a few bucks toward copy-editing, whether that be by hiring someone or else educating themselves. It would also help greatly if copy-editing fees would come down.

I don't know if it'll become a hot career (I certainly hope it doesn't), but it may be a good way for people to earn a few extra bucks at home.
Obviously you haven't the slightest respect for copyeditors!

Copyediting isn't some casual little hobby--it's a real job, it has real value, and the pay is barely adequate now.
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