Let’s get one thing out of the way: you can technically edit your own work. Just like you can technically give yourself a root canal with a mirror, a bottle of bourbon, and a pair of pliers.
But should you?
Here are five good reasons to hire an editor instead of going solo.
Struggling with clunky conversations or over-the-top dialogue tags? Clean, compelling dialogue doesn’t just sound real — it works hard to reveal character, build tension, and move your story forward. Here’s how to write dialogue that earns its place on the page.
The editor-author relationship is professional and reciprocal: clear, honest feedback from the editor, and respect and understanding from the author. In the end, it’s your book — but professional editing comes with professional expectations.
Today, SRP author Mark Posey released a short story in a new A Gathering of Stories anthology: St. Patrick’s Day.
What To Expect If You Hire Me As An Editor When you email me about editing your book, I will
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