May 6, 2026 | Tips and Tricks
Here are some of the most common mistakes I’m seeing in manuscripts from newer authors. How many have you been guilty of? đź«Ł 1. Too many dialogue tags. When two people are speaking, you don’t always need to indicate which one is talking. Often it’s obvious. You...
Feb 25, 2026 | Tips and Tricks
As an editor, I get asked this question a lot: “What does a developmental editor do? Do I need one?” Here’s a quick breakdown of the different types of editors and when you need them. 1. Developmental (substantive) editors: Look at the big picture of a story: plot...
