A good editor is an author’s best friend. They make sure the manuscript flows well, engages the reader, and avoids nasty mistakes and typos. However, these lovely creatures sometimes speak a different language from the writing public. What does your editor mean when they talk about a copyedit? Join us as we go over the types of work an editor can do for you, what to keep in mind when you contract for editorial help, and ways to figure out what, in fact, you want or need from your editor.
Alexandra O’Connell is Your Resident Wordsmith. She works with self-publishing authors to put their best book forward. Editorial services include development work, copyediting, proofreading, and manuscript critiques.