Tag Archives: editing

Author Spotlight: Lis McDermott on writing, mentoring, and making a book better.

In this author interview, Lis McDermott discusses her writing process, character development, and experience as an indie author. We also look at mentoring, editing, and how effective author–editor collaboration strengthens a manuscript.

Author Spotlight: the creative life of Angela M. Joyce

Discover the creative world of author Angela M. Joyce, as she shares her journey from business librarian to novelist. In this author spotlight, Angela discusses her debut novel The Rydle Year, the inspiration behind her storytelling, and her wider creative life.

Author Spotlight: Patricia Greasby on history, storytelling, and self-publishing.

This week, the Author Spotlight is on Patricia Greasby as she shares insights into writing historical fiction, navigating the self-publishing process, and bringing her latest novel to life.

Author Spotlight: Brian Terence on sci-fi, short fiction, networking, and sharpening his craft.

Join us for an chat with speculative fiction author Brian Terence, where he shares insights into writing classic sci-fi, the appeal of short fiction, and the value of manuscript assessments. Discover his approach to networking in the writing world, his rationale for submitting to competitions and magazines, and how he sharpens his craft as an indie author.

Author Spotlight: Morgan Christensen on her latest book and what it’s like to work with an editor – me!

Celebrate the release of Morgan Christensen’s new book, Haven’s Warrior. Go behind the scenes to see how this dedicated indie author crafts high-quality fantasy novels worthy of a spot on your bookshelf.

Every Writer Needs a Support System

Writing a book isn’t a solo journey. If you’ve ever read an author’s acknowledgements, you’ll know how many people quietly help bring a story to life. Editors, coaches, beta readers, agents: they’re all part of the village.