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How to Revise a Work of Fiction
In: Fiction Editing
Writers should ask specific questions about their own fiction while revising and editing work. Use these points as guidelines while rereading your story, novel or poem. more...
How to Identify & Correct Misplaced Modifiers
In: Copyediting/Grammar & Style
Misplaced modifiers are everywhere, even in great writing. It is important to identify and correct misplaced modifiers to avoid confusion and increase professionalism. more...
Every editor needs inspiration to remain focused and motivated on the job before them. These quotes spoken by well-known writers and editors are great to keep handy. more...
Great Quotes for Writers Editing Their Own Work
These great quotes about editing and the editorial process are inspirational to writers and editors alike. Post one or two of them by your desk to refresh your motto. more...
Where to Find Editing Jobs Online
Find an online editing job through Journalism Jobs, Craigslist, World Wide Work at Home or About Freelance Writing. They are updated frequently or offer unique positions. more...
How to Cut Dialogue in Fiction Writing
In: Fiction Editing
Editing the repetitive parts of conversations between characters helps improve the pacing, characterization and readability of novels and short stories. more...
When to Use Synonyms for the Word Said
Although in dialogue the word said should be used most of the time, a bit of variety is good in writing. Try one of these words to replace said in papers and stories. more...
How to Write in Parallel Sentence Structure
In: Copyediting/Grammar & Style
When editing a paper or essay, be sure to check for parallel sentence structure by reading each segment individually with the sentence to see if it makes sense. more...
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