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Mar 31, 20238 min read
Is beta reading the same as editing?
Beta-reading and editing are fundamentally different in many ways, and understanding how they differ is crucial.
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Mar 7, 20236 min read
Book Review: Tress of the Emerald Sea
A Cosmere novice’s review of Sanderson’s newest book Tress of the Emerald Sea was one of the first books I read this year and what a book...
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Jan 22, 20237 min read
A Midnight Update: Reflections and Goals
Some year-end reflections and new-year goals for Midnight Quill in 2023
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Dec 6, 20225 min read
How to Choose a Freelance Book Editor: Part 2
So you’ve found some editors that seem to meet your needs – how do you separate the good editors from the scammers? In the previous blog...
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Aug 31, 20225 min read
How to Choose a Freelance Book Editor, Part 1
Here's a few things authors should know when choosing a freelance book editor, from an editor’s perspective!
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Jun 23, 20225 min read
Meet the Editor: An Interview
Looking for a book editor? Then I suspect you have questions – let this interview be your guide to getting to know me, Cara Trent.
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May 24, 20223 min read
My Prices Have Changed
My prices have changed – a little bit, anyway, after feedback from my clients and colleagues.
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