Category: Editing
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How to use implied dialogue in writing: explanation and examples
Today, we’re going to chat about a handy writing technique that can take your storytelling to the next level—say hello to implied dialogue. Used correctly, it can be the secret sauce your writing needs to keep your readers hooked and your characters oh-so-engaging. And most importantly (to me), implied dialogue addresses one of my personal…
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How to write a dissertation introduction in 5 steps
Learn how to write a dissertation introduction in 5 steps and captivate your readers from the start.
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5 tips to start editing non-fiction
Making your first forays into editing non-fiction? Awesome. There are some subtle but key differences between fiction and non-fiction, and so there are differences in how to approach these two types of writing as an editor. The difference between fiction and non-fiction First, it’s worth remembering that non-fiction writers are already in the world they’ve…
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The self-editing checklist every writer needs
Here are 11 tried-and-tested tips to help you edit your own work and improve your writing.
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The different types of proofreading and editing
It doesn’t take years in this industry to figure out that all too often, when you’re asked to proofread something, it’s not actually a proof it needs. What people mean most of the time is that they need line or copyediting. Then there’s developmental editing, which you’ll mostly come across in manuscripts, generally for non-fiction…
Kelly Dent | Editor & Writer 