The manual also provides examples of citations and bibliographic forms, as well as proofreader's marks and glossary of technical terms. The Chicago Manual of Style should sit next to your Webster's Tenth Collegiate Dictionary . There are a number of grammar and usage manuals available as well as a plethora of web sites. Find two or three that you like and use them. But use more than one.
Opinion varies on many usage rules.
Publishing Terminology To assist you in your discussion with staff members you need to understand the publishing process and jargon. Words into Type provides detailed information on the production process. To help you with the terms use the Chicago Manual of Style . Most publishing houses respect their readers and do not condone the inclusion in their publications of derogatory references to race, sex, national origin, or religion. Material that is deemed offensive or insulting by the staff will be brought to the author's attention and, in cooperation with the author, be revised or deleted.