2024 was a rough year for so many, and it was the same for my family and me. My editing website and language blog had to take a back seat to everything else that was going on so I could concentrate on what really matters, the people I love. 2024 wasn’t all bad. I startedContinue reading “Back in action!”
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Well, hello there
It’s been a while since I’ve posted here. When I last blogged, I resided in the warm, humid Houston area, and the oncoming summer was hinting at the miserable heat. This fall finds me residing in a small Washington town that I have learned to call home. It’s perfect weather at the moment, in theContinue reading “Well, hello there”
How to deal with doubt
We’ve all had doubt in one situation or another. However, how do you deal with doubt when you’re the person who others turn to for answers? Sometimes a writer asks me grammar questions that I know the answer to but have to look up just in case I’m remembering incorrectly. There are times when IContinue reading “How to deal with doubt”
Thoughts of a proofreader, #1: Negotiating language and clients’ expectations
When I moved from teaching language (Spanish and English) to proofreading for an ad agency, I already had years of editing under my belt. I thought it would be a lateral transition, but the transition was not as easy I would have liked. I had a patient boss who saw promise and allowed me toContinue reading “Thoughts of a proofreader, #1: Negotiating language and clients’ expectations”
Editing and proofreading resources
Every once in awhile, I like to update my resource list. Here are eight resources that I’ve found helpful. One of my rules for editing and proofreading (and for anything in life, really) is to never stop learning. Educating yourself is the most important tool to be the best wordsmith you can be. FREE RESOURCES:Continue reading “Editing and proofreading resources”
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