Submitted by rabidpiano86 t3_ycgxr7 in books
BandYoureAbouttoHear t1_itmtf8l wrote
I read a lot, and for traditionally published books, 3 or 4 small errors per book feels normal and acceptable. Any more than that and my eyebrows start to go up.
In my experience, some indie books are exceptionally well edited, and some are not. Many popular authors fall in the latter category, and I have to assume that readers love their stories so much they’re willing to overlook subpar editing.
bofh000 t1_itn4o5f wrote
3-4 errors per page seems excessive and unacceptable in a “traditionally” printed book. I’ve only seen it happen with really trendy, popular, fast literature, where getting it out quickly is more important than the quality of the edition. Especially since the fan base for those books don’t usually mind or notice.
BandYoureAbouttoHear t1_itnl0c2 wrote
I agree that many per page would be unacceptable. I said 3-4 per book.
bofh000 t1_itnmo7b wrote
You’re right, my bad, I misread. Yes, 3-4 per book are admissible.
BandYoureAbouttoHear t1_itnn9ts wrote
No worries.
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