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Authenticity and Accuracy in Learning Resources
Who we are and what we do English Heritage is a charity that cares for, protects and interprets more than 400 historic sites across England.

Four reasons to outsource your editorial in 2024
Do you need additional support for your editorial team, ad-hoc assistance, or a reliable regular supplier for a variety of editorial requirements? Tick one thing

Why you need a professional proofreader
If you work for a company that has in-house writers who produce corporate content, you may have heard them quizzing: “Why do I need a

Professional editorial training – how we do it
Every wise employer knows that investing in training keeps their staff satisfied and engaged. Did you know that happy and engaged employees do better quality

The power of images in storytelling
If you’ve ever been captivated by a photograph, you already understand the immense power of images. A single photo can evoke emotions, trigger memories, and

5 ways to put yourself in your reader’s shoes
When I first started working in publishing, I attended some of the excellent training courses at the Publishing Training Centre. An image that has stuck

10 tips for more effective communications
Effective communications can make or break a business, and yet so often people get it wrong. Here are a few simple guidelines that can help

Are proofreading marks still used in modern writing?
On my first day in publishing, Monday 12 January 1981, I was taken to my desk and shown my in tray, out tray and ashtray.