ajeditorialserviceSep 16, 20214 minWriter's Block: Do I abandon this project?How to come writer's block, when to abandon the project, when to know to stop, and other writing tips.
ajeditorialserviceJun 15, 20213 minHow to write a great query letterFor those looking to get an agent, writing a query letter is a big change from creative writing to marketing copywriting. Your query...
ajeditorialserviceJun 8, 20214 minHow can you get published?For many writers, the goal is for their work to be read by other people. For that to happen, outside of thrusting a copy into the hands...
ajeditorialserviceJun 1, 20212 minWhat is a sample edit for?All editors will offer you a sample edit when you are deciding whether to team up with them for the editing process. When you're...
ajeditorialserviceMay 25, 20213 minBeta readers – What to expectIt is pretty much essential to get your manuscript beta read before finding an editor. I've found that authors who have worked with beta...
ajeditorialserviceFeb 25, 20212 minTrust between you and your editorThe publishing industry is heavily based on trust. I adore working with authors. When a project is actually underway and the business...
ajeditorialserviceFeb 5, 20212 minIs it important to like my editor?Absolutely! You don't have to be best friends with your editor. But liking them as a person is important. Hiring an editor for a swift...
ajeditorialserviceFeb 3, 20212 minWhat does an editor do for you?No one knows your book like you know your book. This sentence is used as a reason not to hire an editor, but really it contains good...
ajeditorialserviceJan 19, 20212 minHow to Sell your Book: Authenticity on TwitterFor many writers, a daunting aspect of publishing is the bit at the end. The book is written, edited, typeset, formatted to eBook or...
ajeditorialserviceDec 9, 20202 minMaking Social Media Work for YouSocial media is steeped in everything we do. From the avid user who updates their stories hourly to the casual scroller using Instagram...
ajeditorialserviceDec 2, 20202 minImposters Syndrome – The Steps After the FirstMy first blog post here talked about having the confidence to take that first step. That, for me was easy. Making decisions whilst fired...
ajeditorialserviceNov 25, 20203 minBusiness Plan Toolkit – The Final StepsYou’ve done it! This post is the third and final instalment of Your Business Plan Toolkit. We will be returning to the first page you...
ajeditorialserviceNov 18, 20202 minYour Business Plan Toolkit – Delving DeeperWelcome back, everyone! In my last instalment I walked you through how to fill in a Quick Glance Overview of your shiny new business...
ajeditorialserviceNov 11, 20203 minCreating a Business Plan You Won't IgnoreLast week we talked about balancing having the confidence to just take a step with the wisdom to plan that step first. That first step...
ajeditorialserviceNov 11, 20202 minHow to Be a Freelance EditorThe step from ‘employed’ to ‘self-employed’ for many is a large one with many risks and considerations. In fact, the risks and...