Iris Marsh
Developmental Editing 101: How To Determine the Genre of Your Work
The first step for developmental editing is determining the genre of your work. In this guide for fiction, I'll guide you through 6 steps.
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Iris Marsh
30 aug.7 minuten om te lezen
Developmental Editing Explained by an Editor
Developmental editing is the first stage of editing after you finish your draft. It looks at the big picture. Click to learn more!
Iris Marsh
28 jun.6 minuten om te lezen
11 Tips for Proofreading Your Dissertation, Thesis, or Paper
Proofreading a dissertation, thesis, or paper can be a lot of work. Using a workflow can help break down the task. Click to find more tips!
Iris Marsh
11 apr.4 minuten om te lezen
How to Use Parentheses In Your (Non)Fiction Writing
Parentheses aren't frequently used but certainly have a place in your (non)fiction writing. Find out how you should and shouldn't use them.
Iris Marsh
3 apr.3 minuten om te lezen
How to Use Semicolons in Your Writing
A semicolon is a punctuation mark that gives a certain feeling to your writing. Read on to find out how you can use it effectively.
Iris Marsh
30 nov. 20235 minuten om te lezen
How to Punctuate Dialogue: Rules & Examples
Knowing how to punctuate dialogue is important, especially when you’re writing fiction. This article explains how to punctuate several types
Iris Marsh
31 okt. 20235 minuten om te lezen
Comma Splices: What are They & Should You Fix Them?
Comma splices occur in many manuscripts, probably including yours. But what is a comma splice, and how do you fix it? Should you fix it?
Iris Marsh
21 sep. 20234 minuten om te lezen
Setting Realistic Deadlines for Writers
Setting realistic deadlines for writers can be difficult. How do you break down such a massive project? These tips will help you with that.
Iris Marsh
10 aug. 20234 minuten om te lezen
Capitalization of Fantasy and Sci-Fi Races & Species
Capitalization of fantasy and sci-fi races can be tricky. This article will help you figure out when and when not to capitalize.
Iris Marsh
16 mei 20234 minuten om te lezen
What is the Theme of a Story & How can You Find it?
Theme is an essential element of stories. But what is a theme and how can you find it? Read more to find out what your story's theme is.
Iris Marsh
15 mei 20236 minuten om te lezen
What are the Types of Book Editing (and How do You Decide Which one You Need)?
Finishing your first draft is only step one. Next comes editing. But which types of book editing exist and which one do you need?
Iris Marsh
5 mei 20235 minuten om te lezen
Using Genre Conventions and Reader Expectations to Write a Killer Story
Genre conventions and reader expectations are the key ingredients for writing killer stories your readers will love. Read on to learn more!
Iris Marsh
26 apr. 20235 minuten om te lezen
A Guide to Understanding Fiction Genres
Understanding fiction genres can help you when you're writing and editing your book. This article gives you a thorough overview.
Iris Marsh
13 mrt. 20234 minuten om te lezen
The Cost of Proofreading (And Budget-Friendly Options)
Proofreading is the last check of your manuscript to find any errors. But how much does proofreading cost? Find out in this article.
Iris Marsh
28 feb. 20235 minuten om te lezen
The Cost of Copy Editing (And Budget-Friendly Options)
Hiring a copy editor for your manuscript comes with costs. But how expensive is copy editing? And are there budget-friendly options?
Iris Marsh
2 feb. 20236 minuten om te lezen
The Cost of Line Editing (And Budget-Friendly Options)
Self-publishing a book can become costly quickly. This article lays out potential line editing costs and budget-friendly alternatives.
Iris Marsh
17 jan. 20235 minuten om te lezen
How to Use APA Citations in Your Nonfiction Book
Knowing how to cite your sources in your nonfiction book is important for credibility. Find my tips & tricks for APA referencing here.
Iris Marsh
12 jan. 20235 minuten om te lezen
Em Dash, En Dash, and Hyphen: When Do You Use Them?
The em dash, en dash, and hyphen look a lot alike, but each has a different purpose. How do you use them correctly? Read on to find out.
Iris Marsh
5 jan. 20233 minuten om te lezen
Active vs. Passive Voice in Writing: Which to Use?
You've undoubtedly heard the advice: never use passive voice in writing, use active voice. Is this always true? What's the difference?
Iris Marsh
1 dec. 20227 minuten om te lezen
The Cost of Developmental Editing (And Budget-Friendly Options)
Publishing a book comes with many costs. One of which is developmental editing. Find out what the cost is and what to do on a budget.
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