Just a quick update on my latest book. My publishers, Capall Bann have informed me that the proofs are already winging their way to me and should be hear by tomorrow!

So that's the next few days taken care of... sitting over a hot desk, with a pencil, tape recorder and magnifying glass, looking for mistakes.

It's very important when you send your manuscript to your chosen publisher to make sure that it's as clean as possible, i.e. that you've checked it for mistakes and typos, because when you get to the proof checking stage you are faced with a double challenge:
1. To make the finished manuscript as perfect as possible
2. To make as few alterations as possible.

The reason why you want to make as few alterations as possible at this stage is because it can drastically change the layout and page numbering - and can be expensive to put right.

So, to all you budding writers... remember, get it right before you send your manuscript off. That way, when the proofs come back, you will keep your work to a minimum.

Actually, I'm rather looking forward to the proof reading. Like meeting an old friend again... besides, Capall Bann produce such lovely books, it'll be interesting to see how my book has been set out.

Shall keep you informed!

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