top of page
BLOG
What we're thinking about.
Search
10 Tips for Self-Editing Your Novel
Self-editing is hard. Trust me. As an editor, I know my most difficult work is when I’m turning an analytical eye back on my own work...
Martha Chargot
Jul 19, 20224 min read
Chapters v. Scenes: What’s the Difference and Why Should I Care?
Keep reading, and you might find something that fundamentally changes the way you think about writing...
Martha Chargot
Dec 21, 20213 min read
How to Write a Novel That’s Easier to Edit
Spending your writing time with editing in mind means spending less time editing AND ending up with a more polished product...
Martha Chargot
Dec 14, 20214 min read
Beginner’s Guide to Scene Writing: How to Write a Scene that Turns
Something about your characters and their circumstances must change before the end of a scene. If it does not, the scene falls flat...
Martha Chargot
Feb 23, 20213 min read
Do I Really Need a Proofreader?
A proofreader is a specialist in grammar and spelling. Once it is complete, your manuscript is considered ready for publishing...
Martha Chargot
Feb 16, 20212 min read
Why Hire a Book Coach?
Book coaching is a much more flexible format than editing to work on your writing priorities. Coaches act in partnership with authors...
Martha Chargot
Nov 17, 20203 min read
Simplify Your Copy Edit with a Novel Style Guide
At some point, someone is going to have to make an effort to create consistency of style throughout your entire novel. It may sound simple,
Martha Chargot
Sep 29, 20202 min read
bottom of page