Blog Posts
What is proofreading?
There seems to be some confusion between proofreading and copyediting. This blog post should help clear up exactly what a proofreader does, and how we do it.
Geckos vs Robots
It seems like everyone is talking about Artificial Intelligence and how it’s changing publishing and the arts. But what is it? And when you buy a Gecko Edit service, how exactly are our robot overlords involved?
The Chicago Guide to Copyediting Fiction
I got my hands on the most useful editing book I’ve ever read, and read it cover to cover. This thing is pure gold! Read my review here.
How to vet an editor
As a self-publisher, you need to be sure that the editors you’re paying are worth their fee. Horror stories abound, but how true are they? How do you know this editor is not out to scam you? Spoiler: It’s not the price tag.
Getting the hang of macros
I spent the weekend geeking out over macros, so here are some of my favorites! Give them a try, and let me know if I’ve missed any you can’t live without.
2022 in review
It’s been a very busy year with some fabulous books. Read about how my business has grown, what I’ve learned along the way, and what I’ve got planned for 2023.
8 Blogs Every Writer Should Read
I’ve gathered 8 of my favorite blogs about writing and editing together for your convenience.
What Art Restoration Taught Me About Ethical Editing
On his YouTube channel, Baumgartner Restoration, Julian Baumgartner talks us through the process of restoring damaged paintings. I was struck once again by how many parallels there are between art restoration and book editing.
Smart Quotes: It’s in the Details
If a book has a mixture of smart and straight apostrophes, it’s quite likely that some shortcuts have been taken in its production. This post will help you to see why these inconsistencies matter, how to find them, and most importantly, how to fix them.
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