Write well. Write often. Edit wisely.
A query letter is short and powerful—it’s often a writer’s first contact with an agent or editor. Here are the basics for query letters and a few do’s and don’ts.
A reader’s questions about punctuation in dialogue. You may have had some of the same questions.
Continue reading Even More Punctuation in Dialogue—A Reader’s Question »
Ever thought about writing a book series? A reader asks for tips about writing a series.
A reader wondered what she should study to help her become an editor. Study whatever interests you and a whole lot more.
Continue reading Jack of all Trades? That’d Be an Editor—A Reader’s Question . . . »
Many modern writers are discouraged from using adverbs. But adverbs have their uses. And no part of speech should be banned from the writer’s toolkit.
Author intrusion is disruptive and annoying. Look at ways to identify and cut out the writer’s obvious intrusions into a story.
I don’t take on every manuscript that’s sent to me for editing. The simple reason is that many are not ready for a professional edit. A look at my reasons for turning down an edit.
We’ve all seen bad, laugh-worthy dialogue. Examples of bad dialogue and ways to avoid writing it.
A number of visitors to The Editor’s Blog have asked if editors need to know how to write, if they must be good writers to be good editors. I say yes.
Continue reading Must Editors Be Good Writers—A Reader’s Question »
Should you outline your story before you begin writing or just jump in and write away? Plotters and pantsers each have their champions and their critics. But you should do what works for you.
Continue reading The Outline Dilemma—Plotting vs. Pantsing »
The reader will focus on what stands out. Turn the reader's attention where you want it to go.
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