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Writers: How To Handle Edits

the writer — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 16:00:11 +0000

As a writer, you are going to be edited. That is a simple fact. Learning how to deal with it is part of the business. It can help to remember that you shouldn’t take it personally. Editors edit for a variety of reasons including: to match the tone of the publication, to shorten a piece, or to suit their own personal preference. It doesn’t always mean you have done something wrong.

If you are going to succeed as a writer you have to get used to people changing your words. It’s part of the package. This is often hard at the beginning of your career, but as time goes on it gets much easier.

Another Pair Of Eyes

the writer — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 14:46:05 +0000

As a writer it can often help to get another pair of eyes on something that you are working on, but this can also be true if you are an editor. Sometimes you will have copy that you are struggling with, or personal issues will be competing for your attention, making it hard to focus. In these cases, you may want to ask a fellow editor to give you a bit of feedback. Teaming up with another editor can be a good idea. Having someone else to bounce ideas off of and trade opinions with can help keep you on your toes.

Proofreading Symbols

the writer — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 17:54:32 +0000

If you are a writer that doesn’t understand common proofreading symbols, it might be time to learn. Not all editors use them, but if you run into one that does, it can really help if you understand what they are trying to tell you. Check out this resource to learn some of the basics. Whether you are writing a novel or just doing some freelance writing, you never know when you might need to know what these symbols mean.