Learn Writing by Reading: Character & Worldbuilding
Learn how much detail to give about your characters and settings, and when.
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Sep 16, 20216 min read
Learn Writing by Reading: Structure & Plot
Tracking the plot and structure of other books can help you plot out and structure your own.
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Sep 9, 20216 min read
Learn Writing by Reading: Likes & Dislikes
The easiest way to become a more active reader is to start with your likes and dislikes.
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Sep 2, 20213 min read
Learn Writing by Reading: Introduction
Want to become a better writer? Turn every book you read into a master class by learning how to read more actively!
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Aug 25, 20213 min read
Writing Craft Reviews: The Magic Words
Stats: Title: The Magic Words: Writing Great Books for Children and Young Adults Author: Cheryl B. Klein Publication Date: September 6,...
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Aug 18, 20216 min read
Editing Anxieties: What if my editor is also an author?
You finally found the perfect editor for your book! But then you see that they also have a writing career. And in the same genre as you,...
Toni
Aug 11, 20214 min read
5 Things Your Freelance Editor Can't Guarantee
If it’s your first time working with a freelance book editor, you might not know exactly what you can expect from them. And because...
Toni
Aug 4, 20217 min read
Alpha Readers, Beta Readers, Critique Partners, ARC Readers—What kinds of readers do you need?
Before you publish, you should get some people to read your book. But just what kinds of readers do you need?
Toni
Jul 28, 20213 min read
Do you need an editor or a ghostwriter?
Do you actually need an editor, or would a ghostwriter suit your needs better?
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Mar 17, 20212 min read
Checklist: Are you ready to hire a proofreader for your novel?
Not sure if your novel is ready for a proofreader yet? Here's a checklist!
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Mar 10, 20214 min read
Ediquette: Should I give my editor credit in my book when it’s published?
Do you actually need to credit your editor for working on your book? It's a little more complex than yes or no!
Toni
Mar 3, 20216 min read
How to Evaluate Feedback from Your Beta Readers, CPs, and Editor
With so many people suggesting changes, it's hard to know what to use and what to ignore. This post will help you decide.
Toni
Feb 24, 20212 min read
Writing Craft Reviews: Writing Irresistible Kidlit
Writing Irresistible Kidlit aims to help you write unputdownable novels for YA and MG audiences.
Toni
Feb 10, 20214 min read
What to do during your novel’s resting period.
After finishing the first draft of your novel, you should let it rest before you jump into revisions. So what do you do while you wait?
Toni
Jan 20, 20215 min read
How to Save Money on Editing
Professional editing can come with quite a price tag! In this post, find some ideas for saving money on your edits.
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Jan 13, 20215 min read
Editing Anxieties: What if my editor ruins my book?
A lot of newer writers fear bad editing. Fortunately, there are ways you can prevent this from happening to you.
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Jan 6, 20215 min read
How accurate are editors?
Aren't editors supposed to catch all the mistakes in a book? Let's discuss the reality of editorial accuracy.
Toni
Dec 30, 20202 min read
SALE: All Editorial Services 21% Off!
New year, new novel! I’m offering 21% off all editorial services when you book by January 21, 2021.
Toni
Dec 16, 20203 min read
Ediquette: What is a representative sample?
Your potential future editor has asked for a "representative sample" of your novel. What exactly do you send?
Toni
Dec 9, 20207 min read
Hiring an editor? Watch out for these 6 red flags.
Editing is an unregulated profession, so you want to be careful when hiring your editor. Here are six red flags to watch out for.
Toni
Nov 25, 20204 min read
Writing Craft Reviews: Self-Editing for Fiction Writers
Make your writing, at the scene and sentence level, a smoother reading experience with Self-Editing for Fiction Writers.
Toni
Nov 18, 20204 min read
Editing Anxieties: Will my editor steal my manuscript?
Manuscript theft is extremely rare, especially among professional editors. In this post, I outline the reasons why.
Toni
Nov 11, 20203 min read
Ediquette: How to prepare your manuscript for your editor.
In this post, I’ll show you exactly how to format your manuscript in Microsoft Word before sending it off to your editor.
Toni
Nov 4, 20204 min read
How to stop procrastinating on your edits.
You need to get these edits done, but you're stuck in a procrastination loop. Here's how to finally get started.
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