editing
What is an “em-dash” and how do you use it?
What is an “em-dash”? When you first look up “what is an em-dash?” the very first definition you receive is “a long dash used in punctuation.” Okay…. well, that isn’t very helpful, now is it? Some of you may already be ready to make an…
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Ghostwriting: it’s not nearly as scary as it sounds!
What is a ghostwriter? A ghostwriter is a hired writer who is paid to write under another person’s name — don’t worry, there are no real ghosts involved! A ghostwriter can be hired to work on a number of projects. These projects can range from blog…
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Editing Vs. Proofreading: Do You Know the Difference?
What is the difference between “editing” and “proofreading”? It isn’t always easy to tell both terms apart and many people consider them to be synonyms. However, proofreading and editing focus on different areas and both are still extremely important in the outcome of a document or…
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Why You Need a Copy Editor
Most writers know that for professional results it is important to put their manuscript through at least one round of editing. If the writer is comfortable with the manuscript in terms of story, plot, timelines, character formation, and so on, then investing in the services of…
Read MoreEditing ain’t easy
Editing ain’t easy. I may have mentioned earlier that Scrivener is, without a doubt, making me a much better editor. As I continue to polish up my Mayonnaise Murders Vol. 2 manuscript, all I can think about is how much better Volume 1 could have been if I had…
Read MoreProofreading, Editing, or Both?
Almost all authors know that they SHOULD have an editor. Writing the first draft or manuscript is just the initial step in the process of getting your book to publication, whether fiction or non-fiction. Ideally, your work should go through at least two or three rounds…
Read MoreWhat Type of Editing Does Your Manuscript Need?
Not every type of editing is the same, and you have to choose which one is the best for your manuscript. In order to make a good choice, you need to get familiar with the different options for your editing project. There are three most common…
Read MoreAnd then God made editors…
You know, the good thing about having a good editor is they give you good advice. I (thought I’d) finished Part 3 of my novel The Mayonnaise Murders several weeks ago and was all geeked to have that thing finally done so I could have it…
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