Developmental editing takes place while manuscripts are being conceived, written, and revised, before they are submitted for final editing. The goal of this kind of editing is to assist authors on large-scale issues such as correct targeting of the audience, organization, length, level of exposition, clarity, flow, and special features. The course is organized around case studies that illustrate developmental editing for different book publishing markets, selected from educational, trade, professional, and technical publishing. The case studies also provide practice in choosing and implementing an appropriate developmental strategy for a specific project, from guiding the author on how to revise to doing intensive editing. Written assignments, group discussions, and oral presentations give you the chance to practice presenting your analysis and recommendations both orally and in writing, as you would to authors and to publishing colleagues.
Enrollment is limited.
He has more than 20 years of experience in book publishing and has been a developmental editor specializing in educational, trade, and professional publishing since 1982. He was previously editorial director at Key Curriculum Press.