The Importance of the Author–Editor Connection
An author planning to self-publish his book asked me if I recommend he use a book-publishing packager. After explaining why asking me ...
Read moreBlog
Posts about Freelancing
Lessons from ‘Networking for Freelance Editors’ by Brittany Dowdle and Linda Ruggeri
Not all freelance professionals think about networking, especially if they’re already getting enough work. But there’s more to network...
Read moreWhat’s the Difference Between a Book Coach and a Developmental Editor?
It’s true: there’s some crossover in what book coaches and developmental editors do. Authors can hire either a book coach or a d...
Read moreWhat Should I Name My Editing or Proofreading Business?
If you’re new to the editing world, you might be wondering what to call your business. Your business name is the first thing clients u...
Read moreDevelopmental Editing: Fiction Theory – Course Review
Deborah Gray is just starting out as a freelance editor and recently completed the tutored version of Developmental Editing: Fiction T...
Read moreHow to Network Better as a Freelance Editor
A lot of people don’t realise this because I’m pretty good at fighting through it, but I’m quite a shy person. I can find it stressful...
Read moreWhat Does a Book Editor Do?
You might be wondering if becoming an editor is right for you. To decide, you need to know exactly what editors actually do. Most peop...
Read moreAre You Scared to Launch Your Editing Business?
You’ve been dreaming about becoming a freelance editor for years, and yet it never feels like the right time to make the move. Y...
Read more12 Things Authors Want Editors to Know
Once you’ve been a professional editor for a while, it’s easy to get a bit cocky. You think you know it all. But every once in a while...
Read moreHow Do I Build a Website?
As a freelance editor, you need an online presence – and that means having your own website. But how on earth do you build one? Well, ...
Read moreHow to Tell the Difference between a Hybrid and a Vanity Press
This is a guest post by Amelia Wiens, a fiction editor who has taken both my developmental editing ...
Read morePreparing a Novel for Traditional Publishing
How a novel is prepared for traditional publishing will vary a little depending on the exact way an agent and publisher operate, once ...
Read moreLiminal Letters
The newsletter that shares lessons and reflections on the art and business of editing.Course updates, special offers and honest opinions on the editing and publishing industry – plus insights into the life of a small business owner: how I juggle a toddler (not literally), limited hours and high ambitions while trying to cultivate meaningful work.
