10 ways to save money on editing
10 ways to save money on editing As an emerging author, you may be frustrated to discover that you shouldn’t be following the lead of experienced authors when it comes […]
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How far ahead should you schedule your edit?
How far ahead should you schedule your edit? One of the top reasons authors give for self-publishing is the speed with which they can bring their books to publication. Gone
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Is sending your full manuscript to editors a risk?
Do you need an NDA for an editor? You’re ready to send your manuscript off to prospective editors for a quote. The thing is, some of them are asking you
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Best publishing resources for authors
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Editing Error Rates: Why did the editor miss errors in your book?
Editing error rates: Why are there mistakes in your book? What is the price of perfection? When you pay for professional editing, shouldn’t you be assured that your book will
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Revealing emotion means more than “playing the organ”
“Playing the organ”: The action beat trap If you’re like many writers, your monitor is a veritable porcupine of sticky notes, many of them warning you away from the clichés
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How a synopsis proves you understand your own book
How a synopsis tests whether your story works What if I told you there was a writing tool that could help you nail your final draft, slash time and effort
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How long should your chapters be?
How long should chapters be? Chapter length is more a matter of rhythm and consistency than it is hard numbers. Chapters that are exceptionally long or short in relation to
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7 ways to evaluate a sample edit
7 ways to evaluate sample edits Before you hire me as your editor, I like to open the conversation with an initial email consultation. This consultation is like a first meeting
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How to use MS Word Track Changes with your edited manuscript
Working your way through revisions? Please see my updated Track Changes Guide. Your edited manuscript is back! It’s time to incorporate the edits. Track Changes can seem intimidating to work
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