This publication is directed toward professional writers, editors, and proofreaders. Those whose profession lies in other areas (for example, research or management), but who have occasion to write or review others' writing will also find this information useful. By carefully studying the examples and revisions to these examples, you can discern most of the techniques in my editing 'bag of tricks'; I hope that you editors will find these of particular interest.
Reviews
Charles A Miess
I want to thank Mary McCaskill for this wonderful guide. I work for a subcontractor to NASA and struggle with poorly written standards and specifications every day. If only this guide were required reading for writers at both NASA and my company, my job would be so much easier.
All of my reports to NASA will follow Ms. McCaskill's guide and include it in the list of references. I feel as if I'm fighting a losing battle, but it's a comfort to know that there are others out there who want to save our beautiful language.
