Tips & Tricks for Writers and Editors

We've all been there. That point when you're scratching your head (or tearing your hair out) in frustration and muttering, "There must be a better way to do this!"

Chances are, there is. Here are some tricks of the trade I use regularly. You can also find more resources on the Editing Boot Camp page.

Simple Fixes for Common Editing MistakesGlobal edits are a quick way to find and replace several things. Here's a "cheat sheet" to get you started.
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Weasel WordsYou might not know them by that name, but they love to sneak into your prose. Here's how to spot and eliminate them.
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Working with Styles in Word (and similar programs)File this under Essential Skills. If you and Styles don't see eye-to-eye, here's how to tame them.
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Reading Outside Your Genre (author edition)There are reasons for and against reading outside the genre you write in. Here are some thoughts on the matter.
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