I can’t believe fall reading is upon us! Some of the best book club books of all time are released in the fall or late summer, in my opinion. And these book club books for fall 2023 definitely hit the…
How to Write a Killer Editorial Assessment
An editorial assessment, or a manuscript evaluation, can be incredibly insightful for authors during the beginning stages of their writing process. But what exactly is a manuscript critique? And what do book editors need to include when writing a stand-out…
What Makes a Good Editor?
As an editor with almost a decade of experience, I can tell you what makes a good editor is a combination of different skills and qualities. Unfortunately, there are some scammy, amateur editors out there. They promise to improve a…
9 Swoon-Worthy Books for Music Lovers
If you like books for music lovers or you just love to read about musicians and the music industry during different points in time, oh do I have some book recommendations for you! There’s something so electric (pun intended!) about…
What Is Developmental Editing? | Full Guide
What is developmental editing, and how does it differ from other levels of editing? I’ve heard this question many times from writers and editors alike. Developmental editing happens early on in the revision and publishing process, and it focuses on…
Early Reading Tips: How to Encourage a Love of Reading
I don’t know if my kids will end up developing a lifelong love of reading, but these are my early reading tips and how I’m setting up our home to foster a love of reading, providing many opportunities for growing…