Create a simple book promo video (for YouTube Shorts) using Canva
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!
How to punctuate dialogue (and common errors YOU might be making)
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.
Why is editing so expensive? (and how to reduce the cost)
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?
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?
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.