First of all, special issues are usually temporary publications published for a specific theme or event. Its editing process is relatively simple, mainly including the following steps: determining the theme, planning the content, soliciting contributions, reviewing manuscripts, typesetting, and printing and publishing. In this process, editors need to conduct in-depth research and analysis according to the theme to ensure the quality and accuracy of the content. At the same time, editors need to coordinate with authors, designers and printing houses to ensure the smooth publication of special issues.
In contrast, a special issue is a periodical, which usually focuses on a specific field or industry. Its editing process is relatively complicated, mainly including the following steps: determining the theme, planning the content, soliciting contributions, reviewing manuscripts, typesetting, and printing and publishing. In this process, editors need to have a deep understanding of the selected fields and be able to accurately grasp the needs and interests of readers. In addition, editors need to work closely with authors, designers and printing houses to ensure the quality and effect of special issues.
In a word, the main difference between special issue and special issue in editing process lies in its publishing cycle and content positioning. Special issues are temporary and mainly focus on a specific theme or event; Special issues are published regularly, usually with a specific field or industry as the theme. Therefore, in the process of editing, editors need to formulate corresponding strategies and methods according to different needs and goals.