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…
Annotating My Books Part 2: My Digital Note-Taking System
When I published my first post on how to annotate a book, it was really more about how to take notes on a book for fun. My annotating method is so simple and casual with physical books, and I love…
What’s It Like Being a Production Editor?
What’s it like being a production editor? I’ve heard some version of this question many times over the years, but it’s a tricky one to answer. A production editor oversees the whole publishing process, so it makes sense that it…