Book Review: "The Great and the Small," 2nd Edition by A. T. Balsara
Death soon sweeps through the main character’s harbor town, affecting both protagonists in unforeseen ways, the outcome uncertain.
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Erika M. Weinert
- Jul 19
- 8 min
Don't Be Fooled: The 4 Stages of the Book Editing Process
Are you a first-time author who struggles to understand the book editing process? Gain a clear understanding from a professional editor.
Erika M. Weinert
- Apr 7, 2023
- 3 min
Benefits of Hiring an All-in-One Line and Copyeditor
Line editing and copyediting are equally important. Wouldn't it be great if you could hire just one editor for both and save money doing it?
Erika M. Weinert
- Mar 13, 2023
- 3 min
Book Review: "Of Crowns and Legends" by Chelsea Banning
With magic commonplace, Chelsea Banning's debut novel, Of Crowns and Legends, hits the mark for fans of fantasy and Arthurian legend alike.
Erika M. Weinert
- Mar 2, 2022
- 3 min
Book Series Review: Shadow and Bone Trilogy
The Shadow and Bone book series is an easy read and it’s quite addicting. The end of each book leaves you wanting—needing—more.
Erika M. Weinert
- Jan 21, 2022
- 3 min
Grammarly vs. ProWritingAid: A Comparative Analysis
For writers of fiction—my clients and potential clients—I recommend ProWritingAid to create an engaging, marketable novel.
Brittany Morgan
- Jan 3, 2022
- 4 min
Is It Worth It? Editing Mentorship From a Mentee’s Perspective
What comes to mind when you hear the word mentor? For me, the term always elicits the image of a wise, (typically) old man, imparting his...
Erika M. Weinert
- Dec 1, 2021
- 3 min
Style sheets: What are they, and do I need one?
Style sheets are mini style guides, and yes, you need one. Most professional editors, like me, create style sheets for their clients.
Garima Nabh
- Oct 3, 2021
- 6 min
Novels Versus Movies: The Debate Rages On
Both books and movies are mediums of storytelling, and each has its advantages and disadvantages. What is your preference between the two?
Erika M. Weinert
- Sep 4, 2021
- 3 min
Book Review: “The House in the Cerulean Sea” by TJ Klune
What I like most about The House in the Cerulean Sea is that I would let my thirteen-year-old daughter read it.
Erika M. Weinert
- Jul 14, 2021
- 5 min
Dear Writers: A Case for Clarification
Lost amidst the levels of editing? Writer & Editor Lessie Kauzlarich outlines some suggestions for writers navigating the editing process.
Garima Nabh
- Jul 7, 2021
- 3 min
The Importance of Mentors for Writers
Just like a teacher or a sports coach, a writing mentor helps you polish your manuscript before you publish it.
Erika M. Weinert
- Jun 23, 2021
- 4 min
Part 1: First-Time Author Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
There are things I search for before the actual editing begins. Here are some valuable additions to include in your self-editing process.
Garima Nabh
- May 19, 2021
- 3 min
The Best Writing Software for Authors
Writing is rarely easy. Although Microsoft (MS) Word has been used for a long time, it is a general writing program not specific for...
Erika M. Weinert
- May 12, 2021
- 4 min
Working with a Book Editor
What's it like to work with an editor? From first contact to getting the edited manuscript back, here are some things you should know.
Garima Nabh
- Apr 8, 2021
- 6 min
What is the Difference Between a Blurb and a Synopsis?
Many writers think the words blurb and synopsis are interchangeable; however, they are used for different reasons.
Erika M. Weinert
- Oct 8, 2020
- 2 min
How Many Spaces After End Punctuation?
Have you ever wondered why you see two spaces after a period in some instances while only one space is used in others?
Erika M. Weinert
- Sep 21, 2020
- 2 min
Killing Your Darlings (Don't Panic!)
What this means is that anything unrelated to your story's overall plot needs to be revisited with unsentimental objectivity.
Erika M. Weinert
- Sep 14, 2020
- 1 min
Book Review: "Neverwhere" by Neil Gaiman
Neil Gaiman’s writing style has a classy old-world feel to it.
Erika M. Weinert
- Sep 7, 2020
- 1 min
Trimming the Fat for Fiction Writers
Are you a writer who feels incredibly out of her depth? When a first-time writer gets close to completing her very first novel, the...
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