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Stylistic editing, or line editing as it is sometimes called, is the vital step between substantive editing and copy editing. Focusing on clarity and tone, stylistic editors may reorder paragraphs, sentences, and words; get rid of verbiage and jargon; rework prose into easier-to-grasp lists or diagrams; smooth transitions; untangle complicated clauses; eliminate bias and internal inconsistencies; set an appropriate tone; and consider the rhythm of the language - all while keeping the author's voice intact.

The seminar will include tips on how to fix the most common stylistic foibles, as well as hands-on exercises and edits of excerpts from manuscripts. And you'll leave with a handout that you can use as a reference when you're grappling with stylistic infelicities on your own.

Instructor: Kathryn Dean has edited and project-managed a wide variety of trade, educational, and corporate publications, including books by Pierre Trudeau, Mary Lou Finlay, Robert Bateman, Ron Wright, Peter C. Newman, and Mordecai Richler. She teaches the online version of the Ryerson University publishing program copy editing course.

Saturday, May 26
9:30 am to 4:30 pm (lunch will be provided)
Registration - $210 members, $240 non-members (HST extra)
Early Registration (to May 19) - $170 members, $190 non-members (HST extra)
Northrop Frye Hall Room 007
73 Queen's Park Crescent East, Victoria College, University of Toronto