Category: General
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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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Quiz: What Type of Editing Should You Do?
You love books. You obsess over words. You know you’re meant to work with writers, but you’re not sure which kind of editing is right for you. Should you be untangling messy drafts as a developmental editor? Addressing jargon as a line editor? Or maybe you’re the eagle-eyed perfectionist every author needs at the finish…
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10 Signs You’d Be a Great Freelance Editor
Wondering if editing is right for you? Do you show signs you’d be a great freelance editor? You love words. You care about clarity. Maybe you’ve even corrected a stranger’s mistake (we see you, brave soul). But are those things enough to make editing a career? Actually… yes. If you’ve ever said, “Editing sounds interesting,…
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Editing Is an Authentic Job not Playing with Words
Introduction: Editing Is an Authentic Job, not a Hobby If when you mention editing, someone has ever replied with something snarky like, “Oh, that sounds fun—you must love playing with words,” you know the sting. Here’s the truth:Editing is an authentic job.It’s not a hobby.It’s not “just fixing typos.”And it’s definitely not “playing with words.”…
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How to Become a Freelance Editor with No Experience
Wondering how to become a freelance editor with no experience? You’re in the right place. The editing world can seem like a secret club—full of style guides, jargon, and mysterious job boards. But the truth is, many successful editors started exactly where you are now: loving books, noticing typos, and wondering how to turn that…
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Not Too Old or Too Young to Start Editing
Introduction: Who Says There’s a “Right” Age to Start Editing? Have you ever found yourself wondering, “Am I too old to start editing?” or “Am I too young to start editing?” If so, you’re not alone. Age-related doubts are surprisingly common for people considering a career in freelance editing. But here’s the truth: editing has…
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What Does a Freelance Book Editor Actually Do?
A freelance book editor is more than someone who catches typos or fixes commas—they’re the biggest advocate for a book’s readers. Whether you’re thinking about becoming a freelance book editor or you’ve been polishing writing for years, it’s essential to understand the scope of the job and the value you can bring to authors. In…
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