editing

How much will it cost to edit my book?

How much will it cost to edit my book? This is the first question many authors ask me when they want to publish a book. The answer is, every book publishing project is unique and the cost can vary depending on the following: The word count The writing standard/quality What level of editing is required? [...]

By |November 18th, 2019|editing|Comments Off on How much will it cost to edit my book?

Five common writing mistakes that make editors reach for the red pen

Five common writing mistakes that make editors reach for the red pen Beginner writers often make mistakes that reveal their inexperience. Their manuscripts are riddled with signs that scream ‘novice writer’. If you want your writing to sound more sophisticated, here are some practices to avoid.   Overuse of adjectives Using [...]

By |January 8th, 2018|editing|Comments Off on Five common writing mistakes that make editors reach for the red pen

Guide to The Three Stages of Editing

Guide to the Three Stages of Editing Did you know there are three stages in the editing process? Click here to help you understand which level(s) of editing your book requires. my free brochure >

By |January 7th, 2018|editing|Comments Off on Guide to The Three Stages of Editing

What NOT to do when submitting a manuscript to an editor

Don't send a first draft This seems obvious but it does happen. If editors have to wade through multiple spelling errors, missing commas and numerous typos, it slows them down. Worse – they might misinterpret what you are trying to say. Yes, it’s their job to find such errors, but help them [...]

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Quoting for editing services ★

Quoting for editing services You’ve written your book manuscript or document and you want to have it published. The first step is to have it professionally edited. But how much will it cost? Before sending an email or making a phone call to potential editors, think about these three questions. Who is your intended [...]

By |February 17th, 2017|editing|Comments Off on Quoting for editing services ★

What is editing? ★

✂ What is editing? The written word It may not be a fascinating subject for everyone but good writing skills are so important in this age of mass communication. So I thought I would share some information about the ultimate group of word-lovers and how they can help turn good words into great words. Editors [...]

By |December 18th, 2016|editing|Comments Off on What is editing? ★

What do editors do? ★

✎ What do editors do – the three levels of editing To make your writing the best it can possibly be, it is a wise investment to have it professionally edited. Authors are too close to their work to look at it objectively or to spot any weaknesses or errors that might annoy potential readers. [...]

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The editor and author relationship ★

☘ The editor/author relationship is based on trust. An editor should not divulge any information about an author’s manuscript to any other party. In this relationship, the important thing is the manuscript. The editor and author have a common goal: to make the manuscript as good as it can be. That is all that matters. [...]

By |December 18th, 2016|editing|Comments Off on The editor and author relationship ★
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