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FAQ: What to Know About Comparing Book Editing Prices

FAQ: What to Know About Comparing Book Editing Prices

by Sara Stibitz | Oct 6, 2020 | Editing Advice

Question: I got a quote from 2 content editors recently. They said they typically charge $.05 to $.08/word and were referred by a reputable publisher. I understand you get what you pay for and have no problem paying more for additional value. I LOVED your energy and...
What is a proposal and how do you write one?

What is a proposal and how do you write one?

by Sara Stibitz | Jul 3, 2020 | Editing Advice, Writing Advice

So. You’ve decided to go the traditional publishing route, your non-fiction book idea has been validated by an agent, and now you’re ready to start your proposal. But where the hell do you start? First, let’s talk about the pieces you’ll need, Then we’ll describe each...
What You Need to Know About the Writing Rules & When to Throw Them Out

What You Need to Know About the Writing Rules & When to Throw Them Out

by Sara Stibitz | Oct 14, 2019 | Editing Advice, Writing Advice

Writers, especially new writers, tend to get hung up on the mechanics of writing. How do I know what to do? What’s the proper way of writing this sentence or that word or that past participle (and what the hell is that, anyway?)? Below, I’ll share some brief advice...
How to Ignore your Inner Critic and Write Better

How to Ignore your Inner Critic and Write Better

by Sara Stibitz | Sep 26, 2019 | Editing Advice, Writing Advice

Writing isn’t just a challenge in the cognitive sense… it’s an emotional challenge as well. It defies the inner critic, the voice who won’t shut up long enough to let you get a thought out. The voice of your inner critic could belong to anyone: your mother, father,...
How to Hire the Best Editor For Your Book

How to Hire the Best Editor For Your Book

by Sara Stibitz | Mar 21, 2018 | Editing Advice, Featured

Yes, you need an editor for your book, and here’s what you should know You’ve finished your book and you’ve done as much as you can on your own. Now, you need to know how to hire an editor to give it a “once over.” At least, that’s what you think an editor does....

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