Grammarly vs. ProWritingAid: A Comparative Analysis
For writers of fiction—my clients and potential clients—I recommend ProWritingAid to create an engaging, marketable novel.
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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 28, 2021
- 5 min
How to Write for Your Audience—Not Yourself
Writing for yourself instead of your audience results in writer-centric writing that does not offer real value to the reader.
Erika M. Weinert
- Jul 21, 2021
- 3 min
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, 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 30, 2021
- 4 min
What Are You Going to Do with that English Degree?
What do you say when someone asks what you’re going to do with your English degree? It's a pretty personal question. Here's my answer.
Garima Nabh
- Jun 16, 2021
- 3 min
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, 2021
- 6 min
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, 2021
- 2 min
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
- 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 21, 2021
- 3 min
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.
Garima Nabh
- Apr 7, 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.
Rogustus Wright
- Apr 1, 2021
- 2 min
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 11, 2021
- 3 min
Commas Surrounding Names or Titles: A Requirement or Not?
Placement of the comma in regard to names is one of the misunderstood ones.
Erika M. Weinert
- Dec 24, 2020
- 2 min
The Em Dash — How and When to Use It
Em dashes are often used during an abrupt break in thought. If you read books — pretty much any books — you’ve seen them before.
Erika M. Weinert
- Dec 3, 2020
- 2 min
Your Friend, The Oxford Comma
The serial (Oxford) comma may be a matter of style, but it's still your friend.
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