Crossbones Editing

My Editing Journey

Every editor’s unique combination of education/study, career history, and life experience informs how and why they edit. Here’s a little summary of my editing journey.

Books for Editors

When editing, there are 3 essential books that I frequently consult: a general fiction style guide, a local English style guide, and a relevant dictionary. Here’s a few details about each.

Between having an idea for a book and publishing said book, there are a whole lot of editorial steps that go into making sure an author is publishing the best possible version of their story. Here is a step-by-step guide of the editorial process.

Style Sheets

As well as editorial letters, most editors will also offer something called a style sheet as an accompaniment to some of their services. Here’s everything you need to know about style sheets.

Editorial Letters

You’ll often see editors offering editorial letters as an accompaniment to some or all of their services. Here’s everything you need to know about them.

Resources for Traditional Publishing

In publishing, there are two avenues: self-publishing and traditional publishing. Both have their benefits; both have their weaknesses. Here are a few resources for Aussie authors thinking about pursuing traditional publishing.

When You Need An Editor

It can be tricky to decide when it’s time to hire a professional editor to work on your manuscript, especially if you’re a debut author, or you’ve never worked with an editor before. Here’s a few tips on how to tell when you need an editor.

Finding The Right Editor

There are so many freelance editors out there and it can be overwhelming trying to decide which one will be the best fit for you, especially if you’re a debut author or you’ve never hired a professional editor before. Here are some tips on how to find the right editor.