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EFA members, learn more about volunteering at events such as book festivals and trade conferences in your area by visiting the Representing the EFA webpage.

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EFA Clubhouse: Monthly Mindset

Clubhouse

Let's review, reset, and prepare for what's coming next. To join the conversation, simply download the Clubhouse app on your phone, click the magnifying glass icon and search for “Editorial...

"When it comes to making informed decisions, business data is the freelancer's secret weapon." —Maya Berger, instructor

Business Data for Freelance Editors

Today is the last day to register for this webinar! This 60-minute webinar will explain how keeping records of your business income and expenses, project details, holidays, continuing professional development,...

EFA Annual Meeting

2023 Annual Meeting

Virtual , United States

We invite all EFA members to the annual business meeting. It is your chance to hear about what Board members and other volunteers have been up to for the past twelve months...

"Proofreaders are the last line of defense against clunky formatting, blurry images, and other mistakes." —Jennifer Dinsmore, instructor

Proofreading 101

Today is the last day to register for this webinar! If you’ve ever wondered how to branch out into proofreading or make it the starting point of your editorial career,...

"Word macro tools help you edit faster and more accurately, and you don't need to be a tech whiz to use them." —Jennifer Yankopolus, instructor

Word Macros A to Z

Learn how to get the most from these powerful editing tools. Registration closes today! This course simplifies Microsoft Word macros into small, easy-to-understand chunks and teaches you how to make...

"When you edit for readability, you open doors for everyone." —Erin Brenner, instructor

Copyediting for Readability

Today is the last day to register for this webinar! When texts are edited for readability, we’re ensuring all readers can access them. In this 90-minute webinar, you’ll learn more...

"Developmental editors make the author's vision their vision." —Val Mathews, instructor

Developmental Editing of Fiction: Intermediate

Today is the last day to register for this four-week course! If you have experience in fiction developmental editing (or if you’ve taken “Developmental Editing of Fiction: Beginning”), this four-week...

Office Closed Monday April 8.

The EFA Offices will be closed Monday, April 8, 2024. We will reopen on Tuesday, April 9. Job postings, discussion list subscriptions, and other customer service requests may not be responded to until then.

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