“There is a fifth dimension beyond that which is known to man … a dimension as vast as space and as timeless as infinity. It is the middle ground between light and shadow, between science and superstition, and it lies between the pit of man’s fears and the summit of his knowledge. This is the […]
Author: Suzanne
Your Biggest Fear About Editors Debunked
If you’ve ever completed a story or a longer manuscript you’ve experienced a freeing rush of relief. You’ve invested days, or at least hours, in the writing. Endured the anguish of writing your hero into an inescapable corner. Perhaps you even shed a few tears over your hopes of ever finishing the piece and getting […]
What’s Your Biggest Fear About Editors?
Unless you’re an editor, you can’t imagine the glow of delight created when a client says they love what I’ve helped them do with their words. That feeling not only strengthens my resolve to help other writers but empowers my client to continue writing. Without a solid base of story, character, and plot, there would […]
Your Biggest Question About Editors Answered
Who knew all you writers out there were so shy? No one wanted to ask a question this week. So, here’s the number one biggest question I get in person when someone asks what I do. “Why should I pay a professional editor for something my spouse/friend/next door neighbor/pastor/librarian can do for free?” (Or I […]
What’s Your Biggest Question About Editors?
I’m grateful to each of you who show up, read my posts, and occasionally even leave a comment. So, in the spirit of National Reading Month, I’m asking my readers “What’s your biggest question about working with an editor?” Are you having trouble figuring out what type of editor you need at this stage of […]
National Reading Month – Celebrate Books
Someone came up with the perfect excuse for readers to do what they love best. “No, I can’t clean the house or go to your office party. It’s National Reading Month, and I’ve sworn to do my share.” If you’ve taken a close look at the book market lately, you already know there are more […]
Take Time to Build the Layers
This morning saw the end of more than fifty hours of low, thick fog surrounding my house. By noon, the last traces of it disappeared, revealing a cold, gray sky. Weather forecasters said layers of snow created the fog. And the lack of any trace of sunlight for three days kept it in place. That […]
Fresh Year, Fresh Approach
Don’t you just love a fresh new year? They’re full of exciting possibilities. But we sometimes fail to see that until we grab our usual work habits and writing choices, and give them a good shake. Kind of like an early spring cleaning. My year has started off with a few twists I didn’t expect. […]
Third Wednesday: Plan vs. Action
This post deviates a bit from my usual Third Wednesday article. Instead of writing about words I’ve seen misused, I want to write about how I’m stepping into a new year of blogging. And I’m hoping you’ll let me know how I can best help you reach your goals in writing and publishing your books. […]