How to write and format ship names (and other vehicles)
Are ship names italicised? What about ship prefixes like HMS or USS? Do we include ‘the’ with ship names? And what about possessives and plural ship names?
100 blog posts for editors and writers
My 100th blog post! Browse all 99 of my previous posts for writers and editors, neatly categorised so you can find what you need.
How to speak with confidence at events and webinars
Presenting at a conference or webinar can seem daunting, but there are ways to reduce your fear of public speaking. My tips will help calm your nerves.
MS Word styles for self-publishing authors (how to make your life easier)
Once you discover Word styles, you’ll wonder how you ever did without them! Learn how to use them in your book manuscript to save time and money.
6 red flags in editing job proposals (freelance editors – watch out!)
Authors are often told about red flags when hiring an editor, but it’s a two-way street. There are red flags for freelance editors when considering an editing project.
Motivating milestones for editors and proofreaders (free checklist)
Do you know how many books you’ve edited? How many words you’ve proofread? Motivate yourself by tracking key editing milestones with my free checklist.
How to punctuate dialogue (and common errors YOU might be making)
You may have a solid understanding of punctuation, but punctuating dialogue is a whole other skill set! Follow my in-depth guide on how to punctuate dialogue, including common errors.
Using trademarks in fiction (plus the MEGALIST of trademarks)
What are trademarks, and can you use them in your book? Learn all about trademarks in fiction (plus my megalist of trademarks).
Tracked changes and comments in Word: pro tips for authors (with videos)
Discover how to easily work with your editor’s tracked changes and comments in Word, including a life-changing pro tip.
Accents on French words in English (when to include them)
When writing a French word in English text, should you include the original accents? Cafe or café? Chateau or château? Facade or façade?