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Academic Writing

How to Edit Academic Writing

25 June, 2017

Editing is an integral part of good writing. Students often ask for professional advice on how to edit...

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How to Avoid Common Errors When Editing Your Book

24 June, 2017

A few tips on improving your writing with good editing. How to avoid common errors and pitfalls to make...

Self-Edit

How to Self-Edit Your Writing

23 June, 2017

You’ve finished writing your book, article, ad copy, or dissertation. The hardest part is over…or is...

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22 December, 2008

One fundamentally important aspect of professional editing is the process of fact-checking. According to Merriam-Webster.com, fact-checking is defined as “to verify the factual accuracy of.” (Something more people should do…) This isn’t exhilarating stuff. In fact, fact-checking is probably the most...

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Nonfiction Writing

Mastering Narrative Flow in Nonfiction: Techniques to Engage Your Reader

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Fiction Writing

Setting as a Character: How Environment Shapes Your Story

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When it comes to fiction, setting often plays second fiddle to plot and character. But the most powerful...

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Fiction Writing

How to Craft a Memorable Antagonist: From Motivation to Mayhem

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In fiction, it’s easy to fall in love with the hero. They have the quest, the growth, the heart. But...

Professional Academic Editing

Academic Writing

Navigating the Publication Process: The Role of Professional Academic Editing

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Let’s be honest – while conducting academic research is a huge undertaking, the journey rarely ever ends...

Research Protocol

How to Write a Research Protocol

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As if conducting academic research wasn’t difficult enough, there are plenty of tasks and responsibilities...

Fictional Characters

Fiction Writing

Essential Tips for Writing Compelling Fictional Characters

08 June, 2025

Without great characters, fiction would be dead. Who can forget Gollum whispering to himself and slinking...

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Fiction Writing

The Art of Conflict: Character vs. Character in Fiction

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Some of the best stories in literature feature character vs. character conflict. Would the Harry Potter...

Character Descriptions

Fiction Writing

Show, Don’t Tell (but How Much?): Balancing Detail in Character Descriptions

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A character without description is a stick figure, but a character with just the right amount of description...

Indirect and Direct Characterization

Fiction Writing

The Art of Character Revelation: Balancing Indirect and Direct Characterization

24 April, 2025

As a writer, the methods you use to reveal your characters affect your readers’ engagement with the story....

Book Editing Services

The Value of Professional Book Editing Services: Why You Should Consider Investing

15 April, 2025

All writers want to produce high-quality work, the next best seller or just something that will engage...

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