Self-Editing Software Versus a Professional Editor

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Self-Editing Software

Versus

a Professional Editor

with

JoEllen Nordström

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How to Get the MOST

Out of BOTH

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Developmental Content Editing

is recommended for

• “Panters”

• Planners

• “Is mine any good?”

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Line Editing = Always necessary

• Revisions

BEFORE you share publicly

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Professional Copy Editing

• Your final edit before

formatting

(Trained Human Editor)

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Compare the purpose of each

level to determine when it is

necessary

1. Developmental/Structural

Content Editing

2. Line Editing

3. Copy Editing

www.FirstEditing.com

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Compare editors & what

they can do for you

• Content Editors

• Line Editors

• Copy Editors

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Content & Developmental Editors

Professionally trained Content Editors review

in-depth your proposal, ideas, statements, details,

organization, and references. They ensure your

substance contributes positively to

your document’s

entire presentation and purpose.

Structural Content Editors provides the most in-depth

and detailed editing level available.

Content Editing transforms everyday writers into

published authors.

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Content / Developmental Editing

for all writing types

Story Editing

for Fiction Writers & Storytellers

Executive Book Coaching

for Nonfiction Authors

Substantive Academic Editing

for a Thesis or

Dissertation

Substantive Research Editing

for Journals Publications

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Line Editors

Your professional Line Editor smooths inconsistent speech, style, and thematic variances to ensure your manuscript achieves a professional level of readability.

Adjusting your language tone and usage, they ensure consistency so your writing appeals to your audience.

Line Editors remove overused, redundant, or extraneous words as well as run-on sentences. They correct unnatural phrasing or inappropriate transitions for clarity.

Line Editors give professional advice and make important in-line corrections while maintaining your voice.

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Line Editing

Is the level of professional editing necessary prior to submitting for peer review.

Use only professionally trained editors who specialize in line editing for your specific type of writing.

• Academic English Editing for an Essay, Thesis, or Dissertation • Scientific Editing for Researchers & Journal Publications

• Nonfiction Editing for Inspirational, Motivational, and Educational Books or Marketing

• Fiction Editing for Novels and Stories

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Professional Copy Editors

Trained Copy Editors provide the FINAL

technical review of your manuscript.

They specialize in correcting your grammar,

spelling, and punctuation errors prior to

formatting.

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Professional Copy Editing

Is the level of professional editing necessary prior to

formatting.

Use only professionally trained editors who specialize in

copy editing for your specific type of writing.

• Copy Editing

for Fiction & Nonfiction

• Technical Copy Editing

for Academics

• Technical Copy Editing

for Scientific Researchers

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Determine where you are in Your

Editing Journey

• Creating structure, outlines, and

organization = Developmental Phase

• Conducting multiple edits = Revisions

Phase

• Final review = Copy Editing Phase

• Finished & formatting = Proof Phase

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“Rewrite, rewrite, and rewrite your book.

It’s never done.”

- Malcom Gladwell

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Helps You

• Prepare

• Learn

• Understand

Self-Editing

Software

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Use Self-Editing Software AND

Professional Editors

Evaluate what your writing & manuscript NEEDS

Discover how to engage your readers better

Apply learned skills to your daily writing

Master your craft as an author with help

Learn where you are in your writing & editing journey

TO HELP YOU:

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Copy Editors

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Strong writing come from using:

• Self-Editing knowledge & skills gained over time

Combine these editing strategies to create a strong manuscript!

• Writing tools such as

• ProWritingAidfor copy editing fiction, nonfiction, academic, business, copy, etc!

• Fictionaryas a story editing software for fiction writers

• Professional editors before submitting, sharing, or publishing

Download Our Free eBook on the entire editing process!

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Our free Self-Editing eBook

“Your Editing Journey”

outlines specific tasks which

help you succeed using

proven methods!

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WHEN SELF-EDITING:

Know the Rules and

Guidelines

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KNOW the Rules & Guidelines

• Grammar

• Spelling

• Punctuation

Constantly learn with

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WHEN SELF-EDITING:

Learn the Basic

Elements

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LEARN the Basic Elements

• Outline

• Structure

• Organize

Develop advanced editing skills with

training over many years

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WHEN SELF-EDITING

Use Editing Software

& Writing Tools

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USE Editing Software & Writing Tools

• ProWritingAid for all authors

Grammar checker & style editing software via online plug-in/extension/app

• EssayJack for academics

Essay writing templates for papers via a web-based app

• StoryTeller for fiction

Story editing for novels via online software

Become a better writer

• OneStopforAuthors for storytellers

Writing tools for story and character development via online software & templates

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WHEN SELF-EDITING

Accept the

Process of Revising

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ACCEPT the editing process

• Revise after content editing

• Revise again after line editing

• Review after copy editing

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Get Help When

Necessary

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GET HELP during the editing process

• Whenever you need it

• If you want support

• To take a break

Editing is a journey…

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ProWritingAid

Self-Editing Software

How it helps writers

– and editors!

Style editor Writing mentor

Professional editing tool

Online software, tool, extension, plugin Integrates easily with other tools

Grammar checker

Insightful reports

Provides a (human) editor at the click of a button

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Copy Editors

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Get the best price and hire only

qualified, trained, successful editors

• Use Writing Tools ALWAYS

• Self-Edit FIRST

• Revise Again and Again

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First Editing

- Then Publishing!

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Who Can You Trust

for Your Editing?

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You can trust…

a. Not your mother or best friend

b. Not your teacher or colleague

c. Only trained professionals with

experience in your genre

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What can you expect

from a trustworthy

editor?

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Your best editor will:

• Have professional training & extensive experience • Show you their professional work

• TRY BEFORE YOU BUY!

• Give references from previous clients

• Confirm specifically what level of editing you want • Tell you what you need and provide no less

• Determine your editing price upfront • Set a timeline

• Clearly outline what happens if you find errors or have questions

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The editing price is based on

your

a.

Manuscript’s needs

b. Writing process/phase

c. (Author) desires

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When Should You

Start With an

Editor?

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Start editing during any of the

following:

• When you have a fully-outlined

manuscript

• When you have completed your

self-editing

• When you have had “enough”

• ALWAYS - Before you publicly

share or distribute

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Editing services are based

upon your:

• Manuscript’s status

• Writing needs

• Author goals

• Editor’s recommendation

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Where Can You Find

Editing Assistance or

FREE HELP

Before Hiring a

Professional?

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You can find editing assistance or

free help before hiring a

professional

• Online tools - Pro Writing Aid

• Writing groups & beta readers

- but be careful!

• Books, blogs, and courses online –

Self-Editing School!

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Why Is Professional

Editing Necessary?

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Professional editing is

necessary because it is

• Your investment

• Your “baby”

• Your reputation

• Your first impression

• Your best choice

• You are too deep in your writing to

see what it needs

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How Does Editing

Help You Reach

Your Goals?

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It’s all about

Becoming

a successfully

published author!

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Editing

Tell your story

Fulfill a life goal

Motivate, inspire, educate or entertain your reader Become a published author Establish your credibility