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What Is (Professional) Proofreading? The Final Accuracy Check Before Writers Publish
Proofreading is the last stage of editing —the final check to ensure your book is error-free before it goes to print. It’s the step that comes after your manuscript has been professionally laid out by a book interior designer and just before your book is published or ready to be printed for sales. Reality Check #1: Proofreading does not replace other forms of editing. Every book—no matter how many rounds of editing it has gone through—needs a proofread. Never skip the proof


What is Line Editing? Refining Your Voice and Style for a Better Reader Experience
Riggs and Murtaugh going through a line edit Line editing is a detailed, line-by-line edit that focuses on smoothness, clarity, and readability while preserving your unique voice and style. It usually comes after a developmental edit and before copyediting, if your manuscript needs sentence-level refinement in addition to grammar and punctuation. Not every writer needs a line edit, but many choose to go through this stage to ensure their manuscript reads as polished, engagin


Self-Editing 101: Spotting Overused Words
Quick and easy tips for spotting overused words in your work, so you can elevate your writing.


Should You Write A Historical Memoir?
Every family has a good story to tell. How do you know if you should write your family memoir? Let me share with you Ed's story.


8 Questions You Should Be Able to Answer Before Hiring An Editor
Save your money and time by knowing these 8 things every writer should know about their work before hiring an editor.
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