Tag: editing
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I needed to hear that!
I’ve spent the last month+ going over my first Gladstone Shifters novel with a fine tooth comb. The book was published over two years ago and I’ve learned a great deal since then. A number of issues needed attention, including a re-arrangement of the opening chapters, a thorough search for crutch words, and the correction […]
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Tripped up – A pantser’s confession
Yes, I’m one of those. Despite the fact that I tend to be very organized, thrive on consistency, and pride myself on never being late, it’s not the way I write. Usually, things move along swimmingly with only minor hiccups and the pantser’s life serves me well. Once in a while I end up being […]
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(Don’t) Say that again – Dealing with overused words
I’m on the hunt. My manuscript was overrun with the nasty little boogers and it’s taking precious writing time to stop and cull them from the herd. You know what I’m talking about, though they go by many different names: crutch words, filter words, overused words, tired words, lazy words, needless words, filler words, repetitive […]
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The Odious Apostrophe
I’m pressed for time this week, so thought I would re-post this ditty from April 2018. I still struggle with the crazy thing from time to time, but it’s no longer my kryptonite. Who knew a teeny-tiny punctuation mark could cause so much grief? Enjoy! The Odious Apostrophe Apostrophe, Apostrophe, or should I […]
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Weekly Roundup – Plot vs. Characters
Weekly Roundup is an update on what’s going on in my world. Welcome! I had an interesting discussion with a co-worker recently concerning the merits of certain Sci-Fi films. For me, the only ones which matter are Star Trek and the three original Star Wars films. Many will disagree with me and that’s OK. The […]
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Reader Roundup 6-13-18
Reader Roundup is a weekly update on what’s going on in my world. Welcome! Seems as though everyone and their mother is trying to sell me their book on how to be a successful author. Much of the material I’ve seen is repetitive, common sense stuff with little value. Allow me to share some helpful […]
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The Odious Apostrophe
The Odious Apostrophe Apostrophe, Apostrophe, or should I say catastrophe? You make me nervous, angry, mean, You’re Satan’s punctuation scheme. I put you in and take you out, Confusion reigns, along with doubt. Unlike the period or comma, You thrive on messiness and drama. English would be much less rotten, If you could only […]
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How Many Misteaks Can You Find?
Put on your spectacles and see if you can find all the errors in this ridiculous story! I have been keeping track of boo-boos as I read, and these were found in various eBooks and news reports. Some are garden variety errors, while others are truly cringe worthy. One thing is certain – if we […]