Editing Archives : JamiFairleigh.com

Finding Balance with Multiple Writing Projects

Posted on April 29, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

In the past, I've struggled to balance multiple writing projects, so when I recently attempted working on two books simultaneously, I wasn't sure it would mesh for me. But instead of creative burnout, I found I'd developed a way to...Read More

How to Copy Edit Your Writing

Posted on November 19, 2021December 8, 2023 by Jami Fairleigh

After the slog of revisions and rewrites, I arrive at my favorite step in the editing process—the copy edit. Not only is it fun to tweak words, the copy edit is critical for making sure a story is clear, comprehensible,...Read More

How Many Drafts Does it Take to Write a Novel?

Posted on September 10, 2021February 11, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

Right now, I'm working on the third draft of Graphite and Turbulence, the next novel in The Elemental Artist series. As I wade through the awkward wording and clunky sentences I've written, it's easy to get discouraged, forgetting the work...Read More

Go Ahead and Read Aloud

Posted on June 11, 2021June 11, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

Remember in second grade when Mrs. Mullen carped on and on about silent reading? Well, Mrs. Mullen is no longer the boss of you, and I say you should read aloud... to help edit your work. Reading Aloud Increases Comprehension...Read More

Software Review: ProWritingAid

Posted on February 26, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

Beyond clear communication, grammar is something I only enjoy for the sake of laughing at cartoons. However, poor grammar can reflect badly on the writer. Investing in language editing software, such as ProWritingAid, could help you take your writing to...Read More

Software Review: BetaBooks

Posted on January 29, 2021October 8, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

I tried the BetaBooks software because I made three big mistakes when I sent my book, Oil and Dust, to my beta readers. Because I was so grateful they'd agreed to read for me, I asked them what formats they'd...Read More

Software Review: Fictionary

Posted on January 15, 2021June 6, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

One of the biggest struggles I've faced as a writer is in editing my fantasy novel, Oil and Dust. (Hey, that's the first time I've released the title into the world!) It wasn't until I tried Fictionary that I realized...Read More

How Beta Readers Improve Your Writing

Posted on September 29, 2020September 30, 2020 by Jami Fairleigh

You've written a book. A whole book. You've just written the magical words, "The End" and now you're dreaming about the day you'll hold this book in your hand. Sure, you'll need to go through a couple of reads and...Read More

My (Current) Editing Process

Posted on September 14, 2020September 29, 2020 by Jami Fairleigh

Like skinning a cat (who does that??) there are a lot of ways to edit your writing. To deepen my understanding, I've read the editing sections of writing handbooks with great interest. I've also read a few books devoted to...Read More

The Accountability Factor

Posted on September 10, 2020March 5, 2021 by Jami Fairleigh

I'm going to get it together. I am. Starting today. If you guys could read my diary you'd roll your eyes at how often I've said that over my lifetime. The sentiment is usually made with regards to my diet,...Read More

One Hundred Days of Accountability Completed

Posted on May 7, 2019September 11, 2020 by Jami Fairleigh

Done. 'Nough said? I am astounded at what I accomplished in a 100 day period, with regards to my writing. As a recap, here's my review of the first twenty days, Day 40 of 100, Day 60 of 100, and...Read More

Eighty Days of Accountability

Posted on April 17, 2019September 11, 2020 by Jami Fairleigh

[caption id="attachment_803" align="alignleft" width="240"] A peek-a-boo view from halfway up the mountain. The views from the summit are going to be outstanding.[/caption] When you post daily on the #100DaysofWriting Challenge, you don't always "see" how much progress you've really made....Read More