Editorial Freelancing A Practical Guide

This practical handbook by one of the nation's most experienced editorial freelancers is the first to focus on the BUSINESS of editorial freelancing. It presents in clear, succinct language everything the freelancer needs to know about building a basic reference library, choosing a computer & appropriate software, marketing editorial services, determining & negotiating rates, billing, & setting up a retirement plan. In addition, it offers guidelines for establishing & equipping the home office, finding & keeping clients, & maintaining business records. This comprehensive guide fills a deeply felt need for information about running an editorial freelancing business - a need that will only become greater as companies continue to downsize & increasing numbers of editorial personnel find themselves faced with the choice between going freelance or finding another career. Trumbull Rogers has been a freelance editor since 1976. He counts among his clients well-known book publishers & professional associations & has edited the writing of James Michener, Stephen Hawking, & Sylvia Porter. He is the author of two novels & has published articles in PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, THE JOURNAL OF LEARNING DISABILITIES, & SCHOLARLY PUBLISHING. Order from Aletheia Publications, 38-15 Corporal Kennedy St., Bayside, NY 11361; 718-281-0403.Rogers, Trumbull is the author of 'Editorial Freelancing A Practical Guide' with ISBN 9780963926012 and ISBN 0963926012.