{"product_id":"self-editing-for-self-publishers-incorporating-a-style-guide-for-fiction-9781838016500","title":"Self-editing for Self-publishers: Incorporating: A Style Guide for Fiction","description":"A comprehensive modern manual on how to self-edit your book.\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWritten by a professional editor, \u003c\/strong\u003e this book gives you a clear and easy-to-follow process that mirrors the editing that a traditionally published book undergoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBroken down into \u003cstrong\u003estructural\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esentence-level\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eproofreading\u003c\/strong\u003e stages, each section is copiously illustrated with before-and-after edited examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn it you will find answers to \u003cstrong\u003eall\u003c\/strong\u003e the commonly asked questions, like: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"How long should a chapter be?\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Should I have a prologue?\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"How do I punctuate dialogue properly?\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"How many characters are too many characters?\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"How do I write thoughts?\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Is passive voice always wrong?\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncluded in the appendices are great explanations about other problem areas, like: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to use beta readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat to look for when hiring an editor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEditing terminology explained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to write a synopsis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pros and cons of editing software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book will make you a better writer, \u003cstrong\u003eand\u003c\/strong\u003e save you money on professional editing fees. It is your complete, easy-to-read, bang-up-to-date self-editing solution!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead what other authors and editors have said about it: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI have read articles, watched videos etc about writing, but I have learned more from your book than from all of those other sources together. It is also very well-written, precise and with specific examples and makes an enjoyable as well as educational read.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This is an invaluable resource for a growing subset of writers ... everything I've ever wanted to say to self-publishing authors, presented clearly and respectfully.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An invaluable guide for aspiring indie authors. I will cherish this book.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\" I have read it twice now and am reading the first part, the part about developmental editing, for a third time. I expect to read the whole book several more times in the next couple of years.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs recommended by professional editors worldwide\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBradburn, Richard:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Richard Bradburn is a professional editor, running editorial.ie, a long-established literary consultancy based in south west Ireland that, thanks to the internet, has a client list that spans four continents. Clients have gone on to self-publish, be traditionally published and be shortlisted for prestigious literary awards. His favourite quote about editing: Editing fiction is like using your fingers to untangle the hair of someone you love. Stephanie Roberts.","brand":"Reen Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50376896348434,"sku":"9781838016500","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a4302a59-21e2-44e0-a457-bee0afdf9695.jpg?v=1728610008","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/self-editing-for-self-publishers-incorporating-a-style-guide-for-fiction-9781838016500","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}