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Rejection is unfortunately a big part of being a writer, and so is coping with that. What makes it even harder is that we tend to be sensitive people. We’re emotionally attached to our work, pouring months or even years into it. When you spend…
If you’re working with a copyeditor in any capacity, at some point during the process you’ll hear the term “style sheet”. If you’re unfamiliar with the editorial process, you’ll probably be unsure what exactly that means and why you need one! The term comes up…
Word count is something I get asked about a lot – it’s especially important when submitting your novel to literary agents or publishers. Many of them will reject based on word count alone, for instance if it’s *way* too high. It’s a good idea to…
I get a lot of questions from people asking how they can become a freelance book editor or proofreader. The questions are often about how to get started, and how to find work. It can be difficult to know where to begin, and the amount…
Thinking about how to choose the right editor for your book can be overwhelming! There’s so much to consider, and there are so many freelance editors out there, it’s difficult to know where to start. Here are some things you should consider when you’re searching…
Whether you’re submitting to agents or working with a freelance editor, you’ll want to make sure your manuscript looks professional. An agent is more likely to read your work if you present a polished, professional manuscript to industry standards. One of the easiest ways to…
I’ve often helped writers get their query letters and submission material into shape before they send their work off to agents. I’m also frequently asked for advice on the process of submitting to literary agents more generally. It’s something that’s shrouded in mystery, and sometimes…
The term “developmental editing” can cause a lot of confusion, because what exactly does it mean? Part of this confusion comes from the fact that wherever you look, you’ll see it described differently. Some editors call it developmental editing, or dev editing for short. Others…