Top 10 Practical Ways to Self-edit Your Novel

Self-editing is one of the most important things we should do before we send a novel to an editor. We should also self-edit before we send an article, blog post, short story, or other writing to a client if we’re freelancing. We need to make sure whatever we’ve written is the best it can be. …

How to Choose an Editor for Your Novel

Choosing an editor is not an easy task. The success of your novel depends on how well it’s written and how well it’s edited. Finding an editor is much like finding a doctor or a caregiver. You want someone who will take care of you and/or your baby. Your novel is like a baby to …

Free Giveaway to Celebrate Blog’s Two-Year Anniversary

Today marks the two-year anniversary of the blog here on Beach Girl Publishing. It’s hard to believe two years have passed since I started this blog. I'll be celebrating with a giveaway! When I first got the idea for the website, I didn’t plan on having a blog that I posted regularly. The idea for it …

4 Editors Who Help You Perfect Your Novels

Understanding the kinds of editors is one of the hardest things for writers. At least that has been my experience as an editor. Usually new writers have a tougher time understanding the differences, but sometimes the experienced ones aren’t quite sure either. I had the honor of leading a chat for the 10 Minute Novelists …