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 ...
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Latest from the blogLine Editing Tip: Why Cutting Filter Words Isn’t Always Enough
In fiction, strong point of view (POV) is the reader’s lifeline to immersion. The deeper the POV, the more readers can live inside a character’s experience – see what they see, feel what they feel. One of the most common obstacles to this depth is the presence...
Read moreLessons 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 moreHelp Authors Avoid This Character Description Mistake
The ultimate sin when describing characters in a novel: writing a long list of physical attributes that are mentioned once when charac...
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 moreWriting Advice Myth: Eliminating ‘to be’ Verbs
There’s a piece of writing advice floating around out there that recommends authors comb through their writing cutting out the word ‘w...
Read moreThe Most Comprehensive Guide to Self-Editing?
Self-Editing for Self-Publishers – Incorporating: A Style Guide for Fiction by Richard Bradburn is an immensely generous book. It’s a ...
Read moreHow to Address Unconscious Biases in a Manuscript
As an editor, it’s your duty to educate yourself on potential unconscious biases that might occur in a piece of writing so you can hel...
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 moreHow to Avoid Starting Sentences with I
You’re editing a first-person narrative and realise nearly every sentence starts with the pronoun ‘I’. It stands out, and feels ...
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