Advice on Advice: Don't Take Advice
I don’t want writers getting discouraged because they are overwhelmed by all the advice and trying to implement ALL of it in hopes of creati
The Three Types of Editing
Final thought Jerry Springer style: Proofreading is the absolute last thing you do. Because, you know, you’re reading the proof.
Emotionally Preparing for Feedback
A meager spot light illuminates you as you rock yourself in the fetal position--clutching the sides of your head, yanking at your hair. What
Do All The Don'ts
“Can’t. Have class tomorrow.” They mimed as they squirtled.
Video: Villains Should Be Teddy Bears With Knives As Hearts
Hey, what can I put a lot of work into that no one's interested in or asked for? *light bulb* I KNOW!
The 10 Beta Readers You'll Meet In Hell
You’ll go through hell and back and get burned in the process to find that magical team of people who will read your book for free and tell
When Is The Best Time To Get An Editor?
When is the best time to get an editor?
This depends on what your editing needs are. Here are some ideas to consider when you want to work w
How Not To Ruin Your Writing: Showing Sight
One of the easiest ways to go about elaborating sight is to eliminate words related to vision (look, saw, gazed, peek, etc). It also helps t
Editing A Published Book: Handbook For Mortals, Part 1
This is killing my soul. But in possibly foolish optimism, I think even this book can be readable.
Maybe. *she squeaks uncertainly*
The Writer's Arsenal
You’ve been down the youtube rabbit hole. It started off simple enough; “How to tie a cravat” tutorial….then before you know it, it’s ten ho