by Kayleigh | Jun 16, 2023 | Editing Tips, Writing Tips
What YOU know about your world and your characters should be greater than what makes it to the page. If you find yourself explaining every little detail (or info dumping), step back and ask what you need to show to tell your story vs. what you can remove. 🖊 Need help... by Kayleigh | Jun 14, 2023 | Hiring an Editor, Publishing Tips
Not sure which of my services is right for your story? This is a question I get often when someone first reaches out, and the answer comes down to your goal for your work. Are you looking: ✨ to revise and polish your completed novel-length manuscript; ✨ for feedback... by Kayleigh | May 19, 2023 | Editing Tips, Writing Tips
Accept even before you begin writing that the final draft of your story or manuscript will likely look very different from the first draft. There are variations on the saying “writing is revising,” but they get down to the same point: writers will likely... by Kayleigh | Apr 7, 2023 | Editing Tips, Writing Tips
Note: This tip was requested by a follower over on Twitter (Aug. 3, 2023 Update: RIP little bird). Copy editors, please step in to add tips if you have them! Keeping verb tenses consistent and in agreement is a common struggle, especially in early drafts.... by Kayleigh | Mar 17, 2023 | Editing Tips
In the spirit of the day, today’s tip is simple: It’s St. Paddy’s Day, not “Patty’s.” Paddy is the shortened version of Pádraig (the Irish spelling of Patrick), while Patty is a shortened version of Patricia. Lá fhéile Pádraig sona dhaoibh. 🍀... by Kayleigh | Feb 3, 2023 | Editing Tips
Having trouble spotting typos and issues as you revise? Our brains can get used to our own words, skipping over issues because WE know what we meant. Switching up something small like the typeface or printing your work to edit by hand can provide a mental...
