I’m a book editor of fiction and memoir, and after editing more than 500 novels and memoirs over the past 14 years, I’ve noticed patterns in almost every unpublished novel. (And no, it’s not better grammar, fancier vocabulary, or “more showing, less telling.”) It’s a… Read More »I Edited More Than 500 Books: Here Are the 10 Mistakes I See in Almost Every Unpublished Novel
Since I started my career as a professional fiction book editor in 2012, I’ve edited more than 500 novels across genres including romance, mystery, thriller, fantasy, women’s fiction, young adult, and historical fiction. I’ve worked with first-time authors preparing to self-publish, seasoned indie authors, and… Read More »I Edited 500+ Fiction Books: Here Are the 10 Most Common Mistakes I See as a Fiction Book Editor
Many first-time authors assume that editing is simply correcting grammar and fixing typos. While that’s certainly part of the process, it’s only one piece of what a fiction book editor does. A professional fiction book editor helps shape your manuscript into the strongest version of… Read More »What to Expect from a Fiction Book Editor
If you’ve finished writing your fiction novel, congratulations! Reaching “The End” is an accomplishment many aspiring authors never achieve. Now comes the next step: editing, which means finding a fiction book editor. Finding the right fiction book editor can feel overwhelming. Thousands of editors offer… Read More »How to Choose a Fiction Book Editor
Artificial intelligence has completely changed the landscape of book publishing. The industry looks dramatically different from when I launched my career as a fiction book editor in 2012. The process then was slower, more collaborative, and deeply human. Now, AI streamlines much of that process.… Read More »Why I Don’t Use AI to Edit Books
By integrating sensory details, weather, and character perspectives, authors can effectively craft mood and ultimately enhance readers’ emotional engagement with the story.
Selling books as an indie author involves more than writing; it requires effective marketing and reader engagement. Holly Spofford exemplifies this by connecting authentically with her audience, utilizing humor, and leveraging her unique status as a local author. Her approach fosters community and enhances book… Read More »How to Stand Out—and Sell Big—as an Indie Author
Ideas to Market Your Book on Instagram Marketing your book on Instagram can be an exciting journey that not only promotes your work but also engages a community of readers and writers. Here are some creative ideas to make the most of Instagram’s features and… Read More »20 Creative Ways to Market Your Book on Instagram
Publishing on BookBaby and Kindle are two different options for self-publishing a book. BookBaby is a self-publishing platform that offers a variety of services for authors, such as editing, cover design, and formatting. They also distribute books to various retailers, including Amazon’s Kindle store. Kindle… Read More »Publishing on BookBaby vs. Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)
I’m totally onboard with the clients and projects I take on—which means I’m not just the book editor, but I also champion the books I edit by including them as part of my portfolio, my website’s Latest News page, and my social media channels. You… Read More »How Kristen Corrects-Edited Books are Promoted