What Does a Copy Editor Actually Do?
So you've finished your manuscript, and you're on the hunt for a great editor. You've asked around in your writers' group for some...
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Beth Lottig
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How Do I Know When My Book Is Ready to Publish?
his is a question I get a lot from authors, especially as we near the final steps of production before publishing. Even after several...
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Beth Lottig
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Do I need permission to use song lyrics in my book?
Within the hundreds of nonfiction books I've edited over the years, almost every single one has included a song lyric, line from a poem,...
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Beth Lottig
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Standard Elements for Fiction and Nonfiction Books
As a book coach and editor, some of the most common questions I receive are from authors who wonder where all those pieces go. Do I need...
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Beth Lottig
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Self-editing Steps to Improve Your Writing and Save You Money
You may have heard the term "self-editing" thrown around in writing groups and threads, but what exactly is self-editing? Do you need to...
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Beth Lottig
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25 Writing Prompts for Elementary, Tweens, and Teens
If you're like most people who've been thrown into the role of unexpected educator while your children are home due to the Covid-19...
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Beth Lottig
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You Are Good Enough!
When you take that step of faith, you’ll find out what so many have discovered before you: Your gift is meant to be shared.
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Beth Lottig
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Finding Your Voice—and Why It Matters
What is your "voice as a writer?" And what exactly does a certain tough-as-nails British vocal judge have to say about it? According to...
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Beth Lottig
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You Wrote Your Book - Now What?
When you first start writing a book, it’s possible that you are carried away with inspiration and eager to get the book “out of you,”...
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Beth Lottig
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Writing with Style
Your writing style includes your own unique voice, but once your manuscript is complete, you will need to adhere to a set of publishing...
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