by bookshepherd_admin | Sep 17, 2019 | Author Success, Editing, Writing Tip
The Hemingway App can easily pop into an author’s best friend tool kit. It’s the one many editors use (along with Grammarly) to fine-tune writing. And best of all, it’s free. I love it because it gives you a “readability index” –meaning what grade level your verbiage...
by bookshepherd_admin | Sep 19, 2015 | Editing, Kick Butt Author Tips
Editing confuses many aspiring authors ..your tips today start out with:Always … Always … Always use an editor who “get” your genre. Your editor is a critical investment to the success of your book. No exceptions.Depending on your writing skill, you may need far...
by bookshepherd_admin | Jun 20, 2014 | Author Success, Editing, How to Publish
Why so many authors think that their friend who teaches literature at the local college, or their sister who loves everything they write and do is the perfect editor for their work is beyond me. Your editor can make or break your work—she can shape and shore it up …...
