This post is all about professional proofreading tips and techniques to keep your skills sharp. Whether you’re proofreading on-screen or making proofreading marks by hand, these 9 tips will help you succeed as a proofreader. No matter the type of…
Books for Busy Seasons: What I Read in Early Postpartum Days
I can’t quite use the term “maternity leave” since I’m self-employed, but I was able to take some time off once my second daughter, Harriet, was born. During those early postpartum months I definitely did not read much (or sleep!),…
The 5 Stages of the Writing Process | Tips from an Editor
Before diving into the five stages of the writing process, it’s important to understand that no writing process is the same. Here, you won’t find rigid rules but more of a guideline. Whether you’re curious about the stages of the…
6 Heartwarming Middle Grade Books to Read Next
This post is all about the most feel-good, heartwarming middle grade books I picked up recently and why I think they deserve to be on your nightstand—or on your kids’ to-be-read list or in your classroom library! So far, 2022…
My TBR Hopefuls: Books I Can’t Wait to Read in the Spring
I have been on a five-star reading streak, so I’m slightly nervous to keep some of these anticipated reads in my TBR (to-be-read) pile for spring, but honestly, reading so many great books for Middle Grade March has taken me…
Book Review: Pony by R. J. Palacio
This spoiler-free book review of Pony by R. J. Palacio gives you all the details you need to know about this genre-bending middle grade novel, including favorite quotes from Pony, frequently asked questions, a brief synopsis, book club discussion questions,…