Write the Damn Book Already

Ep 53: Between the Lines: Navigating Book Editing

August 30, 2023 Elizabeth Lyons
Ep 53: Between the Lines: Navigating Book Editing
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Write the Damn Book Already
Ep 53: Between the Lines: Navigating Book Editing
Aug 30, 2023
Elizabeth Lyons

Send me your writing and publishing questions!

In this episode of the Write the Damn Book Already podcast, we simplify the sometimes complicated landscape of book editing, clarifying the various editing stages. 

From developmental editing that shapes the overarching structure to line editing that refines prose to copyediting that makes sure grammar and syntax are correct, you'll discover the important roles each phase plays in refining a manuscript's clarity and impact.

You'll also hear my tips for creating an effective editor-author partnership (not to mention how and where to find a great editor to begin with!). 

 

 

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Joanna Hardis's new book: Just Do Nothing: A Paradoxical Guide to Getting Out of Your Way

Blog post: What a Good Book Editor REALLY Does

Source for book editors: Reedsy.com

Source for book editors: Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA)

Blog post on average editing rates

(Another) blog post on average editing rates

 

ELIZABETH'S EDITING OPENINGS

I continue to be incredibly passionate about partnering with authors as their editor, and I accept new editing clients as my schedule permits. I typically work on fiction (rom-com, women's fiction, contemporary romance), entrepreneurship, self-help, memoir, and business. 

To discuss available openings, please email me at elizabeth@elizabethlyons.com

To see a sample of the books I've edited and lear

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Write the Damn Book Already is a weekly podcast featuring interviews with authors as well as updates and insights on writing craft and the publishing industry.

Available wherever podcasts are available:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
YouTube

Let's Connect!
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Website

Email the show: elizabeth [at] elizabethlyons [dot] com

The podcast is a proud affiliate partner of Bookshop, working to support local, independent bookstores.

To see all the ways we can work together to get your book written and published, visit publishaprofitablebook.com/work-with-elizabeth

Show Notes

Send me your writing and publishing questions!

In this episode of the Write the Damn Book Already podcast, we simplify the sometimes complicated landscape of book editing, clarifying the various editing stages. 

From developmental editing that shapes the overarching structure to line editing that refines prose to copyediting that makes sure grammar and syntax are correct, you'll discover the important roles each phase plays in refining a manuscript's clarity and impact.

You'll also hear my tips for creating an effective editor-author partnership (not to mention how and where to find a great editor to begin with!). 

 

 

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Joanna Hardis's new book: Just Do Nothing: A Paradoxical Guide to Getting Out of Your Way

Blog post: What a Good Book Editor REALLY Does

Source for book editors: Reedsy.com

Source for book editors: Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA)

Blog post on average editing rates

(Another) blog post on average editing rates

 

ELIZABETH'S EDITING OPENINGS

I continue to be incredibly passionate about partnering with authors as their editor, and I accept new editing clients as my schedule permits. I typically work on fiction (rom-com, women's fiction, contemporary romance), entrepreneurship, self-help, memoir, and business. 

To discuss available openings, please email me at elizabeth@elizabethlyons.com

To see a sample of the books I've edited and lear

MOCKUP SHOTS DEAL

I've used MockUp shots for years to create attention-grabbing images great for social media.

It usually costs $207, but they're offering a 60% discount on lifetime access with lifetime updates. It's a great way to get an unheard-of price on a product that will make you money and that you will end up using all the time.

Click Here for 60% off >>


Write the Damn Book Already is a weekly podcast featuring interviews with authors as well as updates and insights on writing craft and the publishing industry.

Available wherever podcasts are available:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
YouTube

Let's Connect!
Instagram
Website

Email the show: elizabeth [at] elizabethlyons [dot] com

The podcast is a proud affiliate partner of Bookshop, working to support local, independent bookstores.

To see all the ways we can work together to get your book written and published, visit publishaprofitablebook.com/work-with-elizabeth