If there's one word that unites 99.9% of authors in a collective body shudder, it's synopsis. Dreaded by authors the world over, it's a necessary part of getting your manuscript traditionally published or bagging yourself an agent. But what do they want to see in the synopsis and how much information should you give them? And… Continue reading Synopsis writing #SynopsisWriting #Synopsis #AmWriting #AmEditing #SynopsisTips #Tips #CreatingPerfection #SynopsisGuide
Category: Manuscript
#Punctuation #Apostrophe use in #fiction #writing #amwriting #amediting #CreatingPerfection
One of the most commonly misused punctuation marks is the apostrophe. In this article I'll be talking about, and sharing examples of, how to correctly use one. Possession In writing, we use 's to show possession after singular nouns and indefinite pronouns: the girl's hair the man's beard anyone's guess For plural nouns ending in… Continue reading #Punctuation #Apostrophe use in #fiction #writing #amwriting #amediting #CreatingPerfection
Here’s my top tips and advice on finding the right editor for you and your manuscript. Make sure you know what you need and what they can offer #CreatingPerfection #WritingCommunity
In today’s article, I’m going to talk about the different levels of editing available and how an author should decide which they need. First, let’s look at the different levels of editing available. There’s a detailed breakdown here but here’s an overview: Structural/Developmental Editor: Will look at the big picture elements of your manuscript. Plot,… Continue reading Here’s my top tips and advice on finding the right editor for you and your manuscript. Make sure you know what you need and what they can offer #CreatingPerfection #WritingCommunity
Formatting dialogue in fiction writing #dialogue #fiction #amwriting #amediting #authors #advice #grammar #punctuation #indieauthor #selfpub
One of the most confusing elements of writing dialogue is how to format and punctuate it properly. There are so many perceived rules and regulations it can become a nightmare for authors to remember what to do and when. I've broken it down into three simple steps: Every new speaker needs a new paragraph What… Continue reading Formatting dialogue in fiction writing #dialogue #fiction #amwriting #amediting #authors #advice #grammar #punctuation #indieauthor #selfpub
First steps to finding an agent or publisher #AmEditing #AmWriting #Authors #Submissions #Agents #Publishers #Publishing
So, you've completed your manuscript and now want to find a home for it. Your next step, if you're not interested in self-publishing, is to try to find an agent or publisher. But where do you start? There is so much to consider and it's easy to become overwhelmed by all the information and advice… Continue reading First steps to finding an agent or publisher #AmEditing #AmWriting #Authors #Submissions #Agents #Publishers #Publishing
Help identify and solve #manuscript #character #development problems #StepByStep #amediting #indiepub #indieauthor #selfpub
http://www.tvguide.com/videos/embed/exclusive-mike-molly-sneak-peek-molly-has-writers-remorse/"> Click on the picture above to watch one of the funniest writer's remorse clips ever! Have you discovered that your cosy historical fiction now contains space vampires? Your MMC's pet dog has grown sixteen legs and a twenty a day habit? Are you so familiar with your WIP that you cannot see where you… Continue reading Help identify and solve #manuscript #character #development problems #StepByStep #amediting #indiepub #indieauthor #selfpub
#70% of self-published authors advise using professional editing #IndieAuthor #SelfPublishing #IndiePub #AmWriting #AmEditing
Regular readers of this blog will know that for the last few months I have been sharing the journeys of some self-published, indie authors. They have shared with us the highs and lows of their experiences, from having to learn new skills and discovering a whole new world of online marketing. Although all have shared… Continue reading #70% of self-published authors advise using professional editing #IndieAuthor #SelfPublishing #IndiePub #AmWriting #AmEditing
Who can help you to get your manuscript, publication day ready? #AmEditing #SelfPublishing #IndieAuthors #AmWriting
You have spent months and months getting your manuscript into the shape you want it. You are confident in your plot lines and character development and, little tweaks aside, you are certain that you can hit the publish button. But can you? If you are the only person to have seen your work so far,… Continue reading Who can help you to get your manuscript, publication day ready? #AmEditing #SelfPublishing #IndieAuthors #AmWriting
Keyboard shortcuts can help you save time #AuthorAdvice #Productivity #MSWord #KeyboardShortcuts #AmWriting #AmEditing
Being a mum to four children, a wife, an editor, and a blogger, my time is precious so I am always looking for ways to improve my productivity. I spend a LOT of time on my computer and have therefore sought out ways to reduce the time I spend on it; one of the most… Continue reading Keyboard shortcuts can help you save time #AuthorAdvice #Productivity #MSWord #KeyboardShortcuts #AmWriting #AmEditing
