Book Review: "The Great and the Small," 2nd Edition by A. T. Balsara
Death soon sweeps through the main character’s harbor town, affecting both protagonists in unforeseen ways, the outcome uncertain.
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Erika M. Weinert
Jul 198 min read
Don't Be Fooled: The 4 Stages of the Book Editing Process
Are you a first-time author who struggles to understand the book editing process? Gain a clear understanding from a professional editor.
Erika M. Weinert
Apr 194 min read
Middle Grade Climate Fiction Book Review: "The Climate Diaries, Book One: The Academy" by Aaron Arsenault
The stakes are high in this middle grade climate fiction novel, and they become increasingly higher for main character Jax with every page.
Erika M. Weinert
Sep 29, 20233 min read
Book Review: "The Great Weather Diviner" by Rob Long & Andrew Dolberg
With a compelling narrative, The Great Weather Diviner is a coming-of-age story with themes of inclusiveness and environmental issues.
Erika M. Weinert
Sep 8, 20231 min read
Part 2: First-Time Author Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
There are things I search for before the actual editing begins. Here are some valuable additions to include in your self-editing process.
Erika M. Weinert
Apr 7, 20233 min read
Benefits of Hiring an All-in-One Line and Copyeditor
Line editing and copyediting are equally important. Wouldn't it be great if you could hire just one editor for both and save money doing it?
Erika M. Weinert
Mar 13, 20233 min read
Book Review: "Of Crowns and Legends" by Chelsea Banning
With magic commonplace, Chelsea Banning's debut novel, Of Crowns and Legends, hits the mark for fans of fantasy and Arthurian legend alike.
Erika M. Weinert
Dec 2, 20223 min read
The Birth of “Cursing with Style: A Dicktionary of Expletives”
Ever wonder why the hell an editor would write a dictionary of expletives? Learn what led to The Werd Nerd's to create Cursing with Style!
Erika M. Weinert
Oct 6, 20222 min read
Book Review: "The Savior's Sister" by Jenna Moreci
The Savior's Sister is the second novel in a dark fantasy series by bestselling author Jenna Moreci; she is also a popular YouTuber.
Erika M. Weinert
Oct 6, 20222 min read
Book Review: "The Savior's Champion" by Jenna Moreci
The Savior's Champion is the first novel in a dark fantasy series by bestselling author Jenna Moreci; she is also a popular YouTuber.
Erika M. Weinert
Mar 2, 20223 min read
Book Series Review: Shadow and Bone Trilogy
The Shadow and Bone book series is an easy read and it’s quite addicting. The end of each book leaves you wanting—needing—more.
Erika M. Weinert
Jan 21, 20223 min read
Grammarly vs. ProWritingAid: A Comparative Analysis
For writers of fiction—my clients and potential clients—I recommend ProWritingAid to create an engaging, marketable novel.
Brittany Morgan
Jan 3, 20224 min read
Is It Worth It? Editing Mentorship From a Mentee’s Perspective
What comes to mind when you hear the word mentor? For me, the term always elicits the image of a wise, (typically) old man, imparting his...
Erika M. Weinert
Dec 1, 20213 min read
Style sheets: What are they, and do I need one?
Style sheets are mini style guides, and yes, you need one. Most professional editors, like me, create style sheets for their clients.
Garima Nabh
Nov 2, 20212 min read
Book review: “Love Potions (Warlocks MacGregor Book 1)” by NYT Bestselling Author Michelle M. Pillow
Erik isn’t looking for love, but when he moves next door to Lydia Barratt in the valleys of Wisconsin, sparks fly.
Garima Nabh
Oct 3, 20216 min read
Novels Versus Movies: The Debate Rages On
Both books and movies are mediums of storytelling, and each has its advantages and disadvantages. What is your preference between the two?
Erika M. Weinert
Sep 4, 20213 min read
Book Review: “The House in the Cerulean Sea” by TJ Klune
What I like most about The House in the Cerulean Sea is that I would let my thirteen-year-old daughter read it.
Erika M. Weinert
Aug 4, 20215 min read
How The Werd Nerd Got Started
Editing is what lights my fire and puts a skip in my step.
Erika M. Weinert
Jul 28, 20215 min read
How to Write for Your Audience—Not Yourself
Writing for yourself instead of your audience results in writer-centric writing that does not offer real value to the reader.
Erika M. Weinert
Jul 21, 20213 min read
The Importance—and Misconception—of Editing with Empathy
Here’s what I mean when I say empathy: The ability to place yourself in someone else’s shoes and feel what they feel.
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