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Overwriting? Here Are Some Strategies to Cut Word Count
My mind isn’t a naturally concise place. There’s a lot going on in there, and it all comes out on the page. I am always having to make cuts.

Martha Chargot
Aug 30, 20224 min read


6 Writing Rules and When to Break Them
Much like the pirate code, writing rules are largely meant to be guidelines. Following them to the letter doesn’t make you a great writer...

Martha Chargot
Aug 16, 20224 min read


10 Tips for Self-Editing Your Novel
Self-editing is hard. Trust me. As an editor, I know my most difficult work is when I’m turning an analytical eye back on my own work...

Martha Chargot
Jul 19, 20224 min read


5 Things a Scene Needs for an Unputdownable Reader Experience
Finding success in writing for many is the torturous enjoyment and catharsis that the writing process brings. But publishing success is..

Martha Chargot
Mar 15, 20223 min read


Where You’re Getting Stuck Querying and What it Means
Querying is the worst, and rejection is a huge part of it. In fact, on average, querying authors will receive 100 rejections, but...

Martha Chargot
Mar 8, 20226 min read


What Can an Indie Editor Do for My Book?
We’re here to give you an overview of the kinds of outcomes you can expect when working with an independent editor...

Martha Chargot
Mar 1, 20223 min read


Showing v. Telling: When Should Writers Summarize?
Everyone is always saying, “Show. Don’t tell.” But is that really always true?

Martha Chargot
Feb 15, 20223 min read


We’ve Answered Your Biggest Questions About Hiring an Indie Editor
Hiring an editor is a big commitment. So, you’re right to want to learn a lot before taking one on. We’re here to help.

Martha Chargot
Feb 8, 20226 min read
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