Professional copy editors are the unsung heroes of the book publishing business. Students will work closely with a published author to help copy edit a 70,000 word historical adventure novel.

• Copy edit a 70,000 word fiction manuscript and provide content editing suggestions, where needed
• Review and revise content for accuracy and quality, including spelling, grammar, punctuation and syntax
• Ensure correct tone, voice, clarity, flow and structure of content
• Fact-check content like dates and statistics (1980s time period)
• Be highly organized and detail-oriented
• Update style guides as required
• Potential to work with a senior copy editor, depending on level of experience

Students will work closely with the author/publisher to copy edit the 70,000 word manuscript. Depending on the student's level of experience, a student may work in collaboration with a senior copy editor, if needed.