editing

Why You Should NOT Hire Just Any Old Tahm, Dikk, or Herry to Edit Your Book

Published on December 3, 2021 author scams, editing, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

While hiring someone on the cheap might be tempting, don’t do it.

Beware of “Bait and Switch” Tactics From Your Writing Clients By Jennifer Brown Banks

Published on September 17, 2021 author scams, diversify your writing income, editing, ghostwriting, writing scams

I’ve been duped a time or two – in various ways and means. And, I’ve mastered a few valuable lessons along the way.

INSULTING! “Can you send me a free critique of my short story/article/poem/book manuscript?”

Published on September 17, 2021 author, Book Reviews, editing, Networking, writing career advice

I get a bit miffed that so many people assume that I will drop everything to critique their work for free.

The First Time I Truly Blew It in My Freelance Writing Business – by Ingrid Cruz

Published on August 16, 2021 diversify your writing income, editing, ghostwriting, writing career advice, writing tips

My earliest screw-up taught me a valuable lesson that sticks with me today!

Assuming Your Readers are Stupid is Just Plain…STUPID!

Published on January 29, 2021 author, editing, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing career advice, writing tips

If I had a nickel for all of the authors who have told me they didn’t think readers would mind a few typos.

The Pros and Cons of Online Editing Software by Gregory Austin

Published on November 12, 2020 author, editing, writing career advice, writing tips

Writers using editing software must be savvier than the technology.

Is That Editor Right for YOUR Book? By Gregory Austin

Published on August 20, 2020 editing, ghostwriting, writing career advice, writing tips

The right editor can become an invaluable colleague.

Self-publishing May Be the Last Bastion of Free Speech

Published on July 2, 2020 editing, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, write that book

He has been shopping a new manuscript to traditional publishers, and said some now have verbiage in their guidelines saying that they won’t accept any manuscripts that don’t have any…

Increase Your Freelance Writing Income with Your Own Editing Group By Laura Yeager

Published on May 14, 2020 editing, ghostwriting, Networking, writing career advice

Read how to enlist an editorial group that helps you perfect your prose.

My editor added several long, confusing words to my manuscript and I do NOT like it!

Published on April 16, 2020 editing, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

All authors hiring an editor should have a detailed contract detailing what’s expected.