Tag: The Industry
21
Nov
How Far is Too Far?: Excessive Editing from the Author’s Point of View
by Megan Crook
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Editing can be scary! Here are some author suggestions to keep in mind. Editors in every field struggle with how deeply to edit a manuscript....
14
Nov
Unbalancing Act: When Fiction Normalizes Unhealthy Romance
by Suzanne Uchytil
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To help prevent abuse, writers and publishers have a responsibility to stop normalizing stories about unhealthy romance. Well-known books and films often promote and perpetuate...
09
Nov
Politeness as Motivation: How to Edit on Social Media
by Alohilani Jacob
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By using the right politeness strategy, social media editors can successfully motivate writers to accept changes to their content. Social media is a large, new,...
10
Jun
Should Teachers Read to Your Middle School Students?
by Kate Davis
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Not all teachers read to their middle school students. But reading aloud to kids may be very beneficial, even in classes like math and science....
09
Jun
Seeking Attention: What Covers Attract Readers?
by Rachel Roberts
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Readers know not to judge a book by its cover, but how much of an effect does the cover have on reader choice? Successfully intriguing...
09
Jun
Bigger Isn’t Always Better: Publish with Independent Publishers
by Camila Roldan
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You can begin to build your writing career with independent publishers. They see you, hear you, and are willing to work with you. Publishing your...
09
Apr
Why Copyeditors Are Still Needed
by Rebecca Youngs
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Research suggests that audiences prefer copyedited articles. In an age when almost everyone has access to the internet, online publishing is easier than ever. With...
07
Apr
Book Sales: Why You Should Focus on Parental Preference Before Child’s Choice
by Alyssa Anderson
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A survey of millennial parents reveals that book format, diverse characters, and positive reviews influence parents’ decisions when purchasing books for their kids. When it...
07
Apr
Do Writers Feel Pressured to Accept Your Edits?
by Emma Campbell
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Creating a healthy author-editor relationship is essential for ensuring that published material maintains accuracy and value and that authors feel respected. The relationship between an...
17
Sep
The Fundamentals of a Successful Work-Home Balance
by Staff
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Editors often struggle with work and home life interfering; one study identifies how to establish a work-home balance. Like many professionals, editors face the challenging...
