Wordplay is a regular column by editor and language writer James Harbeck in which he tastes and plays with English words and usages. The King James Version of the Bible gives us two English words that usually travel together: jot and tittle. We find them in Matthew 5:18: “For verily I say unto you, Till heaven … Continue reading Wordplay: Tittle-ating jottings from the Bible
Taking the terror out of taxes
By Carolyn Camilleri For many people, doing taxes is like going to the dentist—a necessary evil that adds pressure more than it creates fear. So says Sunny Widerman, accountant and owner of Personal Tax Advisors. Unless, she adds, you are self-employed and looking at a mountain of receipts that you are not sure what to … Continue reading Taking the terror out of taxes
The Nitpicker’s Nook: January’s linguistic links roundup
The Nitpicker’s Nook is a monthly collection of language-related articles, interviews, and blog posts from around the Web. If you read something that would make a good addition, email your suggestion to [email protected]. By Laura Godfrey If you know a new author too timid to say no to a copy editor’s suggestions, share this article … Continue reading The Nitpicker’s Nook: January’s linguistic links roundup
Video: Watch Luigi Benetton and Jane Langille discussing productivity tips and techniques at our January meeting
At the January 2015 meeting of EAC's Toronto branch, technology and business writer Luigi Benetton spoke with editors about how to use technology productively during your workday, and health and business writer Jane Langille explained the latest neuroscience about multi-tasking, the health risks of too much sitting, and what you need to know about using … Continue reading Video: Watch Luigi Benetton and Jane Langille discussing productivity tips and techniques at our January meeting
Video: Copy editor vs. cat
Copy editing can be a stressful profession—especially when unexpected problems arise (feline or otherwise). Please share EAC Toronto branch's first promotional video, starring Mellow the cat, with your fellow editors on social media, and let us know if you can relate in the comments.
January 20 meeting: Tips, Tools, and Strategies for Enhancing Productivity
The new year is the perfect time to adjust how we work in order to be more productive. On Tuesday, January 20, EAC Toronto branch kicks off 2015 with a double feature of experts discussing practical suggestions aimed at making work better, more productive, and even healthier. (Note that this month’s meeting is on the … Continue reading January 20 meeting: Tips, Tools, and Strategies for Enhancing Productivity
By the Book: Freelance editor and author Charis Cotter’s book highlights
Interview conducted by Jennifer D. Foster Have you ever wondered what fellow editors like to read? We have, too. In our interview series “By the Book,” we get the inside scoop on editors’ all-time favourite books, their top style guides, and what their alternate-universe careers would be. Tell us about your current job, Charis, plus … Continue reading By the Book: Freelance editor and author Charis Cotter’s book highlights
The Nitpicker’s Nook: December’s linguistic links roundup
The Nitpicker’s Nook is a monthly collection of language-related articles, interviews, and blog posts from around the Web. If you read something that would make a good addition, email your suggestion to [email protected]. By Laura Godfrey You know an editor's work is important, but did you know not hiring an editor could land you in small … Continue reading The Nitpicker’s Nook: December’s linguistic links roundup
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