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Editing

If your book hasn’t been professionally edited, it’s not ready for publication. Read these posts for insights and advice about the process and importance of editing your book before publishing.

your editor

Managing Your Editor When You’re Writing On Assignment

Writing on commission with an external editor can be challenging, rewarding, or both at the same time. Here’s advice on managing the relationship and publishing something you can feel proud of.
your own writing

Editing Your Work: Things You Don’t See In Your Own Writing

It's easier to find flaws in someone else's work than it is in your own. There's a lot you can do to minimize errors and make your writing shine, but another set of eyes on your work is always a good idea.
Does My Book Need Editing?

Does My Book Need Editing?

You won’t catch every error in your manuscript. Only one kind of magical spirit can pull off such wizardry — professional editors. You should hire one if you’re serious about this whole publishing thing.
book edit

The Multi-Layer Book Edit

Be mindful of your work’s impact, implications, strengths, and weaknesses — at the micro and macro levels — to be a more powerful and versatile writer.
make the best book

Step #1 To Finding Your Readers: Make The Best Book You Can

Before you embark on a book marketing campaign, you need to make the best book you can. Without professional editing and design, your product won't rise above the other great books in the marketplace.
editing software

How Editing Software Helps Improve Your Manuscript

Editing software uses powerful algorithms to compare your content with that of thousands of published authors. It finds where your writing is clunky or awkward and helps you turn your words into dynamic prose that gets readers’ attention.
book editing

Book Editing Insights From A Professional

Book editing can be daunting and confusing, especially for first-time authors. BookBaby's Sam Sedam talks with Christina M. Frey to gain editing insights in this enlightening podcast.

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