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Cost of Skipping Editing: Why Unedited Books Lose Sales & Readers
The only thing more expensive than editing . . . is not editing. I’m sharing real ways that the cost of skipping editing shows up for authors in time, readers, and confidence – plus how a small, focused edit can prevent big problems later. If you’re wondering how editing fits into the bigger publishing picture,…
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Beyond the Red Pen: An Editor with a Teacher’s Heart
An Editor with a Teacher’s Heart I approach every project with a unique blend of classroom experience and editorial expertise. My teacher-editor lens helps me see each manuscript as a whole while also noticing the small moments where an author may need clarity, encouragement, or direction. After a decade working as an elementary school teacher,…
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Why Editing Isn’t Just About Grammar: It’s About Protecting the Reader’s Experience
When most people hear the word editing, they think of red pens, grammar rules (the dreaded grammar police), and someone wagging a finger at a misplaced comma. But editing isn’t just about grammar. While yes—grammar matters. But as a book coach and editor, I can tell you that editing goes much deeper than sentence structure.…
