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The Things You Love Early Have a Way of Finding You Again

I didn’t plan to become an editor in my fifties. But when I did, it felt familiar.

Maybe the manuscript you’re finishing now didn’t take too long. Maybe it arrived exactly on time.

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How to Charm Your Editor: Polite Manuscript Prep, With a Dash of Austen

Every manuscript, like a guest at a fine ball, makes its first impression upon arrival.
Tidy, well-organized, and accompanied by a courteous note, it lets your editor attend to the story rather than trifling distractions.

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Finished Manuscript and What’s Next: The Space Between

After your final edit, your story feels finished—but you don’t. Standing in the space between “done” and “what’s next”?

This article offers clarity without pressure and direction without judgment.

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How To Know What Kind of Editing You Need

Unsure what comes next for your manuscript?
Use the quick checklist in this article to figure out which editorial steps make sense and move forward with confidence.

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“Some Days, I Stress Over Every Word.”

Writing is messy, exhausting, and lonely—but the stories inside you deserve to exist.

Here’s my honest truth about why we keep showing up, page after page.

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Can AI Edit Fiction?

AI can tidy your words—but it can’t preserve your voice, your story, or your connection to readers.
When it comes to fiction, human editing is not optional—it’s essential.