Gifts for editors and proofreaders (2024–2025)
Have a friend, colleague or family who is an editor or proofreader? Get some inspiration on what to buy them for that special occasion.
Gifts for writers and authors (2024–2025)
Writers can be a difficult bunch to buy presents for. Here are some ideas to make your gift-giving a breeze!
Using trademarks in fiction (plus the MEGALIST of trademarks)
What are trademarks, and can you use them in your book? Learn all about trademarks in fiction (plus my megalist of trademarks).
Tracked changes and comments in Word: pro tips for authors (with videos)
Discover how to easily work with your editor’s tracked changes and comments in Word, including a life-changing pro tip.
Am I the right editor or proofreader for you?
Most professional editors and proofreaders don’t work with all manuscripts that come along. Discover if I’m the right editor for you.
What’s it like to work with an editor?
If you’re a new writer, you may wonder what it’s like to work with an editor. How long does editing take? What happens during an edit?
Not-to-be-missed resources for author websites
So many resources out there claim to help you with your author website. How do you know which ones to pick? Discover my top recommendations!
Accents on French words in English (when to include them)
When writing a French word in English text, should you include the original accents? Cafe or café? Chateau or château? Facade or façade?
English phrases with a military origin (who knew?)
The military origin of these common English phrases may take you by surprise. Learn where ‘blockbuster’, ‘moaning Minnie’ and other sayings come from.
Capitalisation of animal breeds
Should guinea/Guinea pig be capitalised? How about chihuahua/Chihuahua and labrador/Labrador? Read on to discover when to capitalise dog breeds and other animal names.