Redefining Success

by Karin Beery How many books do I have to edit before I’m a successful editor? Someone asked a similar question at the faculty panel of this year’s PENCON. I don’t know who wrote the question, but I’m pretty sure I know what kind of answer that person was looking for...

Dear Editor: Will You Review My Book on Amazon?

by Iola Goulton I often find my clients ask questions that go beyond editing or proofreading. I see from the various editor groups I’m involved in that I’m not the only one hearing these questions. Today I’m going to offer my answer to one of the...

Digging Deeper at PENCON 2018

by Jenne Acevedo Our annual conference opened in Grand Rapids with keynote Robert Hudson, author of The Christian Writer’s Manual of Style. Although like a celebrity in our industry, Robert had a kind heart and encouraging message that instantly captured our...

PENCON: When You’re Willing to Step Outside of Your Box

by Karin Beery One year ago, I attended my first PENCON in Atlanta. I’d attended more than a dozen writers conferences (my box) so I had an idea of what to expect. It was so much more than I could have hoped for. At PENCON 2017, I found my people. There’s no way to...