Editing

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How to Prepare Text For Typesetting The Right Way

Typesetting is harder than it looks. How do you prepare text for typesetting the right way and make your typesetter not hate you? It’s hard to believe that we’re still using the term “typesetting” in the 21st century.  The term evokes images of medieval monks laboriously poring over manuscripts. There, they sit with quills in […]

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Parts Of A Book: Everything You Need To Know

If you consider self-publishing your first book, it is prudent to understand how the various components fit together to form the whole. Understanding the purpose of each element and where you should place it within the manuscript will assist you in adhering to the publishing industry’s guidelines.  If you want your book to sell more

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How to Self-Edit a Book: An Essential Guide

Have you asked yourself, “How do I self-edit a book?” No published book ever went from the first draft to the finished product without being edited. There’s no such thing as a “perfect first draft.” No matter what type of publication method you choose (self publishing or working with traditional publishing houses), book editing is

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