Writers

How To Be A Client An Editor Wants To Work With

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Author's Note: These are all true experiences. I will never name names, but I'm not going to filter my honesty either. If something I say here offends you, then you probably don't want to be a writer.  Not every client I work with is a breeze, but a small percentage are truly fabulous (One I … Continue reading How To Be A Client An Editor Wants To Work With

I Wrote Today…Be Thrilled

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I am in excruciating pain. From the top of my spine to the top of my thighs, I cannot stand the torturous pain that only seems to get worse with every passing minute. After a point, you really have to ask yourself an important question: Do I take ANOTHER pill or do I pray this … Continue reading I Wrote Today…Be Thrilled

Nightmares In Editing

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I am an immense fan of what I call the "clean manuscript". That means the manuscript doesn't require me to do any of the following: Lose hair. Attempt to remove my eyeballs with a fork or melon baller. Grind my teeth. Slouch over my laptop in sheer disgust. And those are just a few of … Continue reading Nightmares In Editing

Lisa’s Unwritten Rules #1

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I have a very long list of 'Unwritten Rules'. Most of them pertain to manners and common decency, but the rest, in my opinion, center around basic common sense. If you're a writer and you're in need of an editor, PLEASE do not expect me to work for free. I cannot tolerate being approached for … Continue reading Lisa’s Unwritten Rules #1

It’s Friday, Let’s Celebrate!

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I have no idea why Friday, Saturday, and Sunday have become my favorite days of the week, but lately, I just can't handle week days. Does anyone else feel like this? I've had a rough week. I've been in a lot of pain and have required way more sleep than any single person my age … Continue reading It’s Friday, Let’s Celebrate!