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What Should I Do Before I Research an Editor? with Jenny Hubert {ep. 120}
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If finding an editor, learning more about editors, and getting discounts on editing services is what you need, be SURE to grab your ticket to the next Women in Publishing Summit. We have an entire day focused heavily on production and editing, and are featuring great sponsors like FirstEditing, Speak Write Play, Inkworthy Books, ProWritingAid, and more. Grab your ticket to the Women in Publishing Summit to connect with YOUR just right editor!
In this episode, Alexa Bigwarfe and Jenny Hubert discuss:
In this episode, Alexa Bigwarfe and Jenny Hubert discuss:
- Finding the Right Editor: The conversation explores the factors to consider when finding the right editor. Genre expertise is highlighted as crucial, and the Editorial Freelancers Association and Reedsy are suggested as valuable resources for discovering editors.
- Understanding Types of Editing: Jenny outlines the five main types of editing: manuscript critique, developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading. The conversation stresses the importance of understanding the order of these edits and their focus on different aspects of the book.
- Author's Mindset During Editing: The discussion touches on the emotional aspect of the editing process, acknowledging that it can be overwhelming for authors. It emphasizes the role of an editor as a supportive partner rather than someone aiming for perfection.
- The Role of an Editor: Jenny shares her philosophy as an editor, stating that the goal is not necessarily to achieve a perfect book but to elevate it to the next level. The importance of manageable and achievable feedback for authors is highlighted.
- The Importance of Genre Knowledge: The conversation stresses the significance of an editor understanding the author's genre and even subgenre. This knowledge helps in providing relevant guidance and maintaining consistency with genre conventions.
- Resources for Finding an Editor: The episode suggests utilizing platforms like the Editorial Freelancers Association and Reedsy for discovering suitable editors. It also emphasizes the value of author referrals for finding trusted editors.
Jenny Hubert is a freelance editor and writer based in the NYC area. She has edited #1 New Releases on Amazon for fantasy authors. She is also the author of The Book Editor Matchmaker, a short e-book that teaches authors how to vet and hire a book editor. Her favorite authors are Jane Austen and Agatha Christie. You can follow her for free editing tips on TikTok (@sweeter_than_fiction) and Instagram (@grammarwithjenny).
Learn more here:
www.jennyhubertedits.com
https://books2read.com/thebookeditormatchmaker
137 эпизодов
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Manage episode 399717020 series 3268615
Контент предоставлен Alexa Bigwarfe. Весь контент подкастов, включая эпизоды, графику и описания подкастов, загружается и предоставляется непосредственно компанией Alexa Bigwarfe или ее партнером по платформе подкастов. Если вы считаете, что кто-то использует вашу работу, защищенную авторским правом, без вашего разрешения, вы можете выполнить процедуру, описанную здесь https://ru.player.fm/legal.
If finding an editor, learning more about editors, and getting discounts on editing services is what you need, be SURE to grab your ticket to the next Women in Publishing Summit. We have an entire day focused heavily on production and editing, and are featuring great sponsors like FirstEditing, Speak Write Play, Inkworthy Books, ProWritingAid, and more. Grab your ticket to the Women in Publishing Summit to connect with YOUR just right editor!
In this episode, Alexa Bigwarfe and Jenny Hubert discuss:
In this episode, Alexa Bigwarfe and Jenny Hubert discuss:
- Finding the Right Editor: The conversation explores the factors to consider when finding the right editor. Genre expertise is highlighted as crucial, and the Editorial Freelancers Association and Reedsy are suggested as valuable resources for discovering editors.
- Understanding Types of Editing: Jenny outlines the five main types of editing: manuscript critique, developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading. The conversation stresses the importance of understanding the order of these edits and their focus on different aspects of the book.
- Author's Mindset During Editing: The discussion touches on the emotional aspect of the editing process, acknowledging that it can be overwhelming for authors. It emphasizes the role of an editor as a supportive partner rather than someone aiming for perfection.
- The Role of an Editor: Jenny shares her philosophy as an editor, stating that the goal is not necessarily to achieve a perfect book but to elevate it to the next level. The importance of manageable and achievable feedback for authors is highlighted.
- The Importance of Genre Knowledge: The conversation stresses the significance of an editor understanding the author's genre and even subgenre. This knowledge helps in providing relevant guidance and maintaining consistency with genre conventions.
- Resources for Finding an Editor: The episode suggests utilizing platforms like the Editorial Freelancers Association and Reedsy for discovering suitable editors. It also emphasizes the value of author referrals for finding trusted editors.
Jenny Hubert is a freelance editor and writer based in the NYC area. She has edited #1 New Releases on Amazon for fantasy authors. She is also the author of The Book Editor Matchmaker, a short e-book that teaches authors how to vet and hire a book editor. Her favorite authors are Jane Austen and Agatha Christie. You can follow her for free editing tips on TikTok (@sweeter_than_fiction) and Instagram (@grammarwithjenny).
Learn more here:
www.jennyhubertedits.com
https://books2read.com/thebookeditormatchmaker
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