Wondering what an editor actually does and why the process takes so much longer (and costs more) than you expected? Grammar expert Susan Rooks and my sister Janet and I dive deep into the editing world in this "from the vault" LinkedIn Live replay! Susan, known as the Grammar Goddess, reveals the four different types of editors you need to know about – and why most authors need more than one kind of help to get their manuscript publication-ready.
If you've ever been shocked by editing timelines or wondered why you can't just get a quick grammar check, this conversation will open your eyes. We explore the collaborative editing process that takes 2-4 months, common mistakes that waste your time and money (like inconsistent quotation marks and overused words), and why Susan charges by the hour instead of by the page. Susan shares her practical pre-editing checklist that can save you hundreds of dollars and explains the difference between developmental editing, content editing, line editing, and proofreading – knowledge that will help you hire the right professional for your specific needs.

• Susan Rooks: linkedin.com/in/susanrooks-the-grammar-goddess

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