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How to Find an Editor: Do Your Due Diligence

Erika / April 13, 2012

Today I’m answering another reader question. This one came up in response to yesterday’s post, “Developmental Editors: Should I Work With […]

Erika / April 12, 2012

Recently, my “Leap Year” essay generated a reader question that I wanted address here, in case you’re wondering the same thing: At what

Erika / February 24, 2012

Yesterday’s post about selecting an author name sparked a lively discussion in the comments section, and Ashley Prince raised an

Erika / February 8, 2012

Today I’m taking a question from a reader. I’ve gotta be honest, I was hoping this one would never come up…

Erika / January 12, 2012

Reader Question: How many query letters did you send out for Empty Arms? Before I give you the exact number,