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 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
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
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
Jul 14, 20215 min read
Dear Writers: A Case for Clarification
Lost amidst the levels of editing? Writer & Editor Lessie Kauzlarich outlines some suggestions for writers navigating the editing process.
Garima Nabh
Jul 7, 20213 min read
The Importance of Mentors for Writers
Just like a teacher or a sports coach, a writing mentor helps you polish your manuscript before you publish it.
Erika M. Weinert
Jun 23, 20214 min read
Part 1: 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.
Garima Nabh
May 19, 20213 min read
The Best Writing Software for Authors
Writing is rarely easy. Although Microsoft (MS) Word has been used for a long time, it is a general writing program not specific for...
Erika M. Weinert
May 12, 20214 min read
Working with a Book Editor
What's it like to work with an editor? From first contact to getting the edited manuscript back, here are some things you should know.
Garima Nabh
Apr 7, 20216 min read
What is the Difference Between a Blurb and a Synopsis?
Many writers think the words blurb and synopsis are interchangeable; however, they are used for different reasons.
Erika M. Weinert
Oct 8, 20202 min read
How Many Spaces After End Punctuation?
Have you ever wondered why you see two spaces after a period in some instances while only one space is used in others?
Erika M. Weinert
Sep 21, 20202 min read
Killing Your Darlings (Don't Panic!)
What this means is that anything unrelated to your story's overall plot needs to be revisited with unsentimental objectivity.
Erika M. Weinert
Sep 14, 20201 min read
Book Review: "Neverwhere" by Neil Gaiman
Neil Gaiman’s writing style has a classy old-world feel to it.
Erika M. Weinert
Sep 7, 20201 min read
Trimming the Fat for Fiction Writers
Are you a writer who feels incredibly out of her depth? When a first-time writer gets close to completing her very first novel, the...
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