Tag: editing process

  • The Hidden Costs of DIY Proofreading: What Authors Miss

    The Hidden Costs of DIY Proofreading: What Authors Miss

    You’ve read your manuscript ten times. But have you really caught all the errors? Discover why authors struggle to proofread their own work—and what you can do about it.

  • What Copy Editors Actually Do (and Why It’s Worth the Investment)

    What Copy Editors Actually Do (and Why It’s Worth the Investment)

    Ask most people what a copy editor does, and they’ll say ‘fix typos and grammar mistakes.’ But that’s like saying a chef just heats up food—it misses about 90% of what’s actually happening. Copy editors transform solid manuscripts into polished, immersive reading experiences that keep readers turning pages instead of stumbling over errors.

  • 5 Copy Editing Issues That Kill Reader Engagement

    5 Copy Editing Issues That Kill Reader Engagement

    You’ve crafted compelling characters and a gripping plot—but small copy editing issues might be quietly sabotaging your reader’s experience. When editing problems pull readers out of your story, even the most page-turning scenes lose their power. Discover the subtle mistakes that break immersion in romance and fantasy manuscripts, plus practical strategies you can use during…