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Debbie Emmitt – editor, proofreader, author Debbie Emmitt – Editor, proofreader, author | UK fiction editor, non-fiction editor and website proofreader

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Create a simple book promo video (for YouTube Shorts) using Canva
2 Apr 2025

Create a simple book promo video (for YouTube Shorts) using Canva

by Debbie Emmitt | posted in: Author tips, Author tools, Canva Pro | 0

You want to create a simple book promo video to upload to YouTube, but you don’t know where to start. Let me help you!

book promotion, canva, video, YouTube
Motivating milestones for editors and proofreaders (free checklist)
13 Mar 2025

Motivating milestones for editors and proofreaders (free checklist)

by Debbie Emmitt | posted in: Editor resources, Editor tips | 0

Do you know how many books you’ve edited? How many words you’ve proofread? Motivate yourself by tracking key editing milestones with my free checklist.

editing, milestones, proofreading
How to punctuate dialogue (and common errors YOU might be making)
13 Feb 2025

How to punctuate dialogue (and common errors YOU might be making)

by Debbie Emmitt | posted in: Author tips, Editor tips, Grammar, spelling, punctuation | 6

You may have a solid understanding of punctuation, but punctuating dialogue is a whole other skill set! Follow my in-depth guide on how to punctuate dialogue, including common errors.

action tags, commas, dialogue, dialogue tags, full stops, periods, punctuation, speech marks, speech tags
Why is editing so expensive? (and how to reduce the cost)
17 Jan 2025

Why is editing so expensive? (and how to reduce the cost)

by Debbie Emmitt | posted in: Author tips | 0

You’re a self-publishing author and have found your perfect editor or proofreader … then they send you a quote. Ouch! Why do editors charge so much?

editing, manuscript, proofreading, publishing
Gifts for editors and proofreaders (2024–2025)
27 Nov 2024

Gifts for editors and proofreaders (2024–2025)

by Debbie Emmitt | posted in: Editor resources | 0

Have a friend, colleague or family who is an editor or proofreader? Get some inspiration on what to buy them for that special occasion.

editors, fun, presents, proofreaders
Gifts for writers and authors (2024–2025)
27 Nov 2024

Gifts for writers and authors (2024–2025)

by Debbie Emmitt | posted in: Writer resources | 0

Writers can be a difficult bunch to buy presents for. Here are some ideas to make your gift-giving a breeze!

birthday, fun, gifts, presents, stationery
Using trademarks in fiction (plus the MEGALIST of trademarks)
8 Nov 2024

Using trademarks in fiction (plus the MEGALIST of trademarks)

by Debbie Emmitt | posted in: Author tips, Editor tips, Grammar, spelling, punctuation | 0

What are trademarks, and can you use them in your book? Learn all about trademarks in fiction (plus my megalist of trademarks).

brand, brand name, capitals, copyright, generic trademark, litigation, trademarks
Tracked changes and comments in Word: pro tips for authors (with videos)
10 Oct 2024

Tracked changes and comments in Word: pro tips for authors (with videos)

by Debbie Emmitt | posted in: Author tips, Editor resources, Editor tips, Writer resources | 0

Discover how to easily work with your editor’s tracked changes and comments in Word, including a life-changing pro tip.

author, comments, editor, manuscript, markup, track changes, tracked changes, videos, word
Am I the right editor or proofreader for you?
19 Sep 2024

Am I the right editor or proofreader for you?

by Debbie Emmitt | posted in: Author tips, Books set in France | 0

Most professional editors and proofreaders don’t work with all manuscripts that come along. Discover if I’m the right editor for you.

biography, copyediting, editing, france, historical fiction, line editing, memoirs, mystery, proofreading, publishers, self-published authors, thrillers, website
What’s it like to work with an editor?
23 Aug 2024

What’s it like to work with an editor?

by Debbie Emmitt | posted in: Author tips, Writer resources | 0

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?

alli, ciep, copyediting, line editing, manuscript, proofreading

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