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Freelance Tips #1 and #2
If you are a freelancer—whether a writer, editor, photographer, designer, consultant, or contractor—the book “The Wealthy Freelancer” by Steve Slaunwhite, Pete Savage, and Ed Gandia (Alpha Books, 2010)...
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Positive Proofreading
What was one of the things your teacher always told you in school? Do your best. Keep your hands to yourself. Practice makes perfect. Raise your hand before speaking. Yes, these are all valid. But the...
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One Space or Two?
As I edit, whether it’s college English papers or marketing copy for business owners, there is one common blunder in most copy: two spaces between sentences. ANY CHARACTER HERE Years ago, we were all...
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Capitalization Tips
As I was working on a manusript this weekend, I had look up a few words to see whether or not they should be capitalized. I discovered that “Founding Fathers” is always capitalized. Here are a few...
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Spiritual Style
I’ve been in Christian publishing for over 10 years, first as an editor at LifeWay Christian Resources, and now as a freelance contributor. In addition to stylebooks, such as the AP Stylebook and the...
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Liebster Award
What in the world? It’s a great Wednesday! Today, instead of my usual “WWW” post, it’s all about the Liebster Award! ANY CHARACTER HERE Laurie and Betsy at the Writing Sisters has chosen my blog,...
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What in the World Wednesday?
Happy New Year! It’s been a few weeks since I’ve posted WWW, because I posted “A Christmas Baby” and “My Favorites Things.” I found some fun links this week, and I hope you enjoy them, too! ANY...
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Grammar and Your Reputation
Who cares about grammar? If I don’t notice mistakes, no one else will either. Grammar has nothing to do with my business. I don’t have time or money to hire an editor. I know what I’m doing. Grammar?...
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#2 Top Post of the Year: VBS
This week I am celebrating a year of blogging! Happy 1st Anniversary, Witty Words! To honor this first year, I am posting the top 5 viewed posts of the entire year. Today is the second top post of the...
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You Might Need an Editor If …
Trying to get published without the help of experts in the publishing industry is like trying to sell your house without a realtor. Can it be done? Sure. But will you face more obstacles along the way...
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