How to Get Your First Clients as a Freelance Editor
Introduction So you’ve set up your business legally, and you’ve learned the basics of editing (or maybe you’ve always had an eye for detail and a love of books). You’re ready to offer your freelance editing services, but there’s one problem: no clients. If you’re trying to get your first clients and feel stuck, you’re…
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Editor Versus Proofreader: Which Is Better?
“Editor versus proofreader—which is better?” It’s a question many aspiring freelancers type into Google. And it’s not a silly question! If you’re exploring a new career in publishing or freelancing, it’s completely natural to want to know which role might be more prestigious, profitable, or practical. But here’s the truth: neither is “better.” Editors and…
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Ready to Be an Editor Quickly?
Introduction We’ve all been trained to wait for permission, to wait until we “know enough,” feel confident, have credentials bestowed upon us by some authority, or get some sort of official nod that we’re ready. If you’ve been wondering whether you are ready to be an editor, you might be closer than you think. This…
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Be Your Own Boss and Profit Now
Introduction If you’ve ever wanted to be your own boss and start earning an income as a freelance editor, you’re closer than you think. You don’t need years of experience, a fancy degree, or a massive business plan to get started. What you do need is a smart, simple approach and the confidence to take…
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New Editing Business Setup Checklist Be Fearless
Introduction You’re ready to start offering editing services—but where do you even begin? Do you need a business name? A contract? An LLC? A separate bank account?This new editing business setup checklist walks you through the essential steps without the fluff or overwhelm. That way, you can start confidently and professionally. You can be fearless.…
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Why Editing Courses Fail You—What We Do Better
Introduction: Most editing courses fail you, and you deserve better. You signed up for an editing course, full of hope. Maybe it promised clarity. Maybe it claimed you’d get clients. Maybe it looked like the perfect first step. But when it was over, you were left wondering, “Now what?” You’re not alone. Too many aspiring…
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You Really Don’t Have to Be a Grammar Expert to Be an Editor
Introduction If you’ve ever worried, “I’d love to edit books, but I’m not a grammar expert,” you can stop worrying now. It’s one of the biggest myths holding brilliant editors back and one of the easiest to dismantle. Here’s the truth: You really don’t have to be a grammar expert to be an editor. In…
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How to Create a Winning Sample Edit Now
If you’re a freelance editor, there’s a good chance you’ll be asked by most prospects to do a sample edit. And the stakes are high: a winning sample edit can land you a dream project, while a weak or misaligned sample can lead to confusion, ghosting, or underpaid work. The good news? Creating a winning…
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What I Wish I Knew Before Editing – Useful Warning
Introduction Before I started editing books professionally, there were so many things I wish I knew—things that would’ve saved me time, stress, doubt, and unnecessary mistakes. No one hands you a roadmap when you start freelance editing. Most of us stumble through the dark, trying to piece together what “being a real editor” actually means.…
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Can You Really Make a Living as an Editor?
“Can you really make a living as an editor?” If someone has asked you that, or if you’ve asked yourself this question, you’re not alone, and it’s definitely okay to wonder. Freelance careers, especially in the arts and publishing, can feel shrouded in mystery. The good news? Yes, you can absolutely make a living as…
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