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On Better Punctuation, Part Two
If you grew up writing, whether you were forced to by teachers or wanted to as a creative outlet, you probably have at least a basic understanding of how to punctuate any written communication. But then, maybe you’ve forgotten. Or you read something that makes you...
On Better Punctuation, Part One
If you grew up writing, whether you were forced to by teachers or wanted to as a creative outlet, you probably have at least a basic understanding of how to punctuate any written communication. But then, maybe you've forgotten. Or you read something that makes you...
How to Decide When You’re Ready for an Editor
I will hazard a guess that since you're here, you might be looking for an editor. Or maybe you know you'll be looking for one sometime, and you're doing your research. Welcome! And good on ya, thinking ahead like you are! Here are four somewhat-rhetorical questions to...
Resist, Resist, Resist!
Have you ever heard this maxim? Resist the urge to explain. I've been itching to share this phrase for months, but I couldn't figure out how. So I decided today to just dive in an see what happens! And then see how my editor skills kick in when I really need...
A Manuscript With Style: Part Three
This is by no means a statement of how it must be done, but a good jumping off point for you. You may find that you prefer something slightly different, or altogether different even. The main thing I try to remember is to keep within commonly accepted parameters—I...
A Manuscript with Style: Part Two
Creating a Template Last time we tackled how to create Styles, which give manuscripts a polished, professional look. I mentioned creating a template once you have your Styles mapped out. So here we go—how to create personalized templates! Firstly, you’ll want to get...