Editing/Proofreading Challenge

To test your talents, copy and paste the text below into a Word file to make your changes using Track Changes mode, or print it out to make your changes using standard proofreading marks. You can review/mark the exercise at a copyediting level or a proofreading level.

When you've finished, see how you did by reviewing the answer keys:

Click here to view the Editing Answer Key.

Click here to view two versions of the Proofreading Answer Keys (one using standard proofreading marks on hard copy and one using Track Changes mode in Word).

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CSE July 4 Sale—Marketing Proposal and Analysis

After four years of eventful and boistrous Warehouse Sales in the San Francisco bay area, we're pleased to announce our first Warehouse Sale in Hebron Kentucky (near the Cincinnati Airport), on Saturday July 24, Sunday July 26, and Monday July 27. For 2 days only, choose from hundreds of overstocks and near perfect samples —all at up to 30–75% off and more. Delivery services for the surrounding area (Cinncinnati, Columbus, Dayton, Albuquerque and Indianapolis) will be available. Make the trip and show up early for the best selection. And while you're at the sale, enter to win a $1,000 gift certificate.

Store Metrics

The four area locations (store numbers), and percentage of the last July 4 state sales are as follows:

     1. Cincinnati (841): 29.7%
     2. Columbus (842): 24.3%
     3. Dayton (843): 16.1%
     4. Louisville (844) 15.3
     5. Indianapolis (845): 14.7%

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The Business of Words Tip of the Month

Q: Should you quit your job and just go for it?

A: Test the freelance waters to see what you think of mastering your own destiny. While you still have your 9-to-5 safety net, start drumming up leads, contacts, even a few small freelance gigs you can handle in your spare time. Take as much time as you need to make the transition—a few weeks or a few months. But do start today. The sooner you establish a name for yourself, the sooner work will come your way.

What People Are Saying About “The McGraw-Hill Desk Reference for Editors, Writers, and Proofreaders” Book and CD

"This outstanding resource sits on my office bookshelf right between the Chicago Manual of Style and Merriam-Webster's New Collegiate Dictionary. The smart advice on editing in newer media such as PDFs and Websites has been invaluable as editing and proofreading moves more and more into the electronic realm." —Karen Young, Editor, McGraw-Hill

"The Desk Reference has been a key training tool and reference for our editorial services company. It covers all hard copy, onscreen, and online editing and proofreading essentials in one easy-to-understand package!" —Ankur Gupta, CEO, Creative Solutions Network, Inc.

Blog: Entrepreneurship with an Upside-Down Twist

Watch K.D. Go for It!

I'm starting another journey—a new business—actually several. My last adventure led me to a successful business and ultimate sale. Who knows where these roads will lead.

And the upside-down twist? I'm blogging through every step of the way—from inception of the ideas to wherever they take me.

Join me as I navigate chosen (and unexpected) detours along the way—sharing with other entrepreneurs what I've learned and will learn.