Most people give up on their New Year’s Resolutions by January 19th. If you are one of those people, perhaps the feelings of guilt have…
Depending on where you are in the writing process, you will have different needs when it comes to editing. I’ve provided a list of the types of editors you are likely to encounter.
Some of you looking to improve your skills in any given field don’t have the luxury of returning to school or taking expensive classes. Sometimes,…
You’ve written that book or next big project and think you are ready to publish. The prose could likely use some polishing, but you’ve gone…
If you are writing a fantasy or science fiction novel, you may struggle with naming your characters. Here are some tips to make it easier.
Recently, I completed the University of San Diego (UCSD) Extension’s Copyediting Certificate program. For over a year, I have been sharing and reviewing my experiences…
It’s finally over. Just last week, I completed the fourth and final course with the University of California – San Diego Copyediting program, Copyediting III.…
Copyediting III is the final stop on the way to the Copyediting Certificate from University of California – San Diego. You must first pass Grammar…
Right before the holidays, I wrapped up my third course at the University of California – San Diego Copyediting program, Copyediting II. It spanned ten…
My recommendations for books that appeal to the Pre-K reader while still challenging them to get better.