ABOUT EDITING an essential guide for authors

Want to save money on editing without sacrificing the quality of your book?Knowledge is the answer. A savvy author needs a working knowledge of editing. With so many paths to publishing nowadays, this is more important than ever. Authors will appreciate this concise guide with practical suggestions. Longtime professional editor Sallianne Hines, owner of Quinn Editing, shares her expertise by showing you how editing fits into your publishing journey, as well as the importance of the finer details that can increase your book's chance of success.
Whether you're self-publishing or aiming for that extremely competitive traditional publishing contract, your project (and your writing career) will benefit greatly from a good understanding of professional and timely editing. Proper editing can enhance your author credibility and improve your chance for success by raising the quality of your manuscript-and of your submission packages, marketing materials, social media posts, and websites.
Many authors overlook these crucial peripherals! In this book authors will learn:·       how to save money on editing expenses·       why to examine your publishing choices from an editing perspective·       how to prepare your work to get the most out of your editing budget·       the different types of editing and when each might be needed·       which editing tasks you can do yourself·       how to know if your project ready for an editor·       how to choose an effective editor and where to find one·       what to expect from your editor and how to maximize your benefits A good understanding of editing and its role in publishing can smooth your pathway towards success.
It can make you a better writer overall, and that's a benefit that will carry over to all your future writing projects. Invest in your author future!