Glossary

We’ve curated a glossary of terms regarding all things writing and publishing related. From commonly-used terms to abbreviations, our glossary will guide writers and people starting out in publishing, to cut through the jargon and gain a better understanding. 

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Verb
Word that describes an action or characterises a state or condition.   A more extensive list of grammatical terms is included in The Right Word: A Writer’s Toolkit of Grammar, Vocabulary and Literary Terms (Bloomsbury 2021)  © Bloomsbury Publishing Plc 2021
 
Verso
Left-hand page of the book, which usually has an even number.
Voice casting
The process of finding a suitable voice artist to narrate audiobooks.
Volume rights
The primary right to publish the book in hardback or paperback (this can now also involve e-book rights).