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Erika M. Weinert
Aug 13, 20243 min read
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.
Erika M. Weinert
Mar 13, 20233 min read
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, 20223 min read
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.
Brittany Morgan
Jan 3, 20224 min read
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
Aug 4, 20215 min read
How The Werd Nerd Got Started
Editing is what lights my fire and puts a skip in my step.
Erika M. Weinert
Jul 21, 20213 min read
The Importance—and Misconception—of Editing with Empathy
Here’s what I mean when I say empathy: The ability to place yourself in someone else’s shoes and feel what they feel.
Erika M. Weinert
Jul 14, 20215 min read
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, 20213 min read
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, 20214 min read
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
Jun 16, 20213 min read
How Music Helps Your Writing
Music is one of the oldest creations of man. Many writers prefer listening to music rather than writing in silence.
Garima Nabh
Jun 2, 20216 min read
10 Challenges Faced by Writers and How to Overcome Them
Like any other profession, being a writer is not an easy task, and it takes a long time before you can get your book published. But this...
Erika M. Weinert
May 24, 20212 min read
Why You Need a Proofreader
Guest Post by Carly Catt | A proofreader double-checks your book to rid it of small distractions to readers.
Garima Nabh
Apr 21, 20213 min read
Tips for Writing Children’s Books
Many children’s books are much shorter than novels for adults, so one may think it’s easier to write books for children. It's not.
Erika M. Weinert
Apr 14, 20212 min read
Book Review: "The Haunted" by Ed & Lorraine Warren, Robert Curran, and Jack & Janet Smurl
Since the first books I edited in 2012 were paranormal nonfiction, I guess it was only a matter of time before I posted a review of this...
Garima Nabh
Apr 7, 20216 min read
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.
Rogustus Wright
Apr 1, 20212 min read
A Writer’s Nightmare
I did not need just any editor—I needed my editor. And so, I sent The Werd Nerd an email posthaste. But what happened next was a shock—
Garima Nabh
Mar 25, 20212 min read
Book review: "The Dragon of New Orleans – Book 1: The Treasure of Paragon" by Genevieve Jack
Book review: "The Dragon of New Orleans – Book 1 of The Treasure of Paragon" by Genevieve Jack | Review written by Garima Nabh
Erika M. Weinert
Mar 4, 20213 min read
What If Punctuation Marks Didn't Exist
"Punctuation isn’t dead and who knows how much more it will evolve in the future." —Garima Nabh
Erika M. Weinert
Feb 22, 20212 min read
Book Review: “Hollow Kingdom” by Kira Jane Buxton
“Hollow Kingdom” is a humbling read by a first-time author whose style is that of someone who has been writing masterpieces for years.
Erika M. Weinert
Jan 14, 20213 min read
A(n) Historical Moment in the Use of a/an
We know that there’s a certain way to use a/an in our communication: a should come before 'a' consonant and 'an' should come before a vowel.
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