Writing Tips What is a "Blurb"? by Kelly Lynne In the publishing industry, the term "blurb" refers to the story description… Kelly LynnMarch 30, 2016
Editing Set the Setting to Keep Your Readers from Getting Lost By Editor John David Kudrick "The sun-kissed, billowy-clouded azure sky overhead contrasted starkly with the… John David KudrickMarch 28, 2016
English Language How to Mass Change Straight Quotes to Smart Quotes in a Word Document By Theodora Bryant Copy Editor / Developmental Editor / Manuscript Evaluations / Writing Coach Whenever… Theodora BryantMarch 24, 2016
Writing Fiction Common Mistakes in Story Beginnings By Amy Bennet So many times I have seen a promising science fiction, fantasy, or… Amy BennetMarch 23, 2016
Editing What’s in a Name? Theodora Bryant Developmental Copy Editor If you're writing a novel, just about everything. Names can… Theodora BryantMarch 22, 2016
EditingPublishing 10 (More) Questions Answered by a Freelance Editor Editor and Proofreader Marie Valentine tells us about what she's reading, her specialties and style,… Marie ValentineMarch 20, 2016
Editing 4 Ways to Increase Drama in Your Plot Ana Howard A so-called “quiet book” is cause for many a rejection in today’s publishing… EditingNetworkMarch 18, 2016
Writing Fiction Minding the Gap: Stay Organized to Stay Focused as an Author By Editor John David Kudrick Most likely, you've heard the famous line "Mind the gap!"… John David KudrickMarch 14, 2016
Dissertation Editing Measurement Scales By Victoria Briones, Ph.D. The first step in designing any quantitative study is to identify… EditingNetworkMarch 12, 2016
Writing Tips Some Thoughts About Ideas by Floyd Largent I have a confession to make: Sometimes I'm a little jealous of… EditingNetworkMarch 10, 2016