by Christine Bode | May 12, 2026 | Editing Tips
If you’ve completed your manuscript and are wondering whether it’s ready for publication or querying, a professional manuscript review can become an invaluable part of your writing journey. But what exactly does a manuscript review involve, and how can it strengthen...
by Christine Bode | Apr 7, 2026 | Editing Tips
Understanding the difference between editing types can feel overwhelming. Developmental editing, structural editing, line editing, stylistic editing, copyediting, and proofreading. They all sound important, and they are. But how do they differ, and in what order...
by Christine Bode | Mar 7, 2026 | Editing Tips
National Proofreading Day Is March 8 Proofreading in the digital age by a human proofreader has never been more critical. Whether it’s crafting professional emails, publishing blog posts, or readying your manuscript for self-publishing, the written word must convey...
by Christine Bode | Feb 10, 2026 | Editing Tips
Self-editing is a necessary part of the writing process. However, the hidden risks of over-editing can quietly undermine your manuscript long before you realize it. Many writers believe relentless revision strengthens a book. In truth, too much self-editing often...
by Christine Bode | Jan 24, 2026 | Editing Tips
Editors rely on The Chicago Manual of Style, so authors don’t have to. One of the primary roles of a professional editor is to apply CMOS consistently behind the scenes, allowing authors to focus on storytelling rather than technical rules. If you’re writing fiction...
by Christine Bode | Dec 23, 2025 | Editing Tips
In the world of publishing, one factor can make or break a book’s success: reader engagement. A well-written, engaging story can captivate readers and leave a lasting impression. Still, even the best plots and characters can fall flat if the book is riddled with...
