Word magic.
When you write fiction, it’s a complex activity. How could it not be? You want to your reader to believe in your story. You want it to feel real—so real in fact, that he becomes one or more of your characters. Sometimes we can manage that. Often however, we fall far short. It’s hard to get the story in our … Read more
Do you wish that editing fiction could be easier? Many authors struggle with editing, because at this stage, you’re dealing with logic, as well as imagination. Thinking logically can challenging, because when you’re writing, you’re imagining. Logic requires a different mindset; you’re looking at your fiction as a reader, rather than a writer. Before you read the tips, if you … Read more
Can you edit your book, even if you haven’t finished it? Of course you can. Start by assessing what you have, and what your book needs, so that you can finish it and publish it. The steps below will work for both fiction and nonfiction; I recommend them to my book coaching clients. Edit your book: can you publish immediately? … Read more
Just a quick note… Please be advised that I no longer offer book editing services. If you’ve booked editing, or are on my book-editing waiting list, I’ve sent out notifications. I sincerely apologize, and I wish you much success with your book. (If you can’t find the notification, please check your Junk folder…) Why have book editing services been removed? … Read more