{"id":2480,"date":"2011-04-02T10:38:10","date_gmt":"2011-04-02T15:38:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lisatener.local\/?page_id=2480"},"modified":"2023-07-10T17:43:49","modified_gmt":"2023-07-10T21:43:49","slug":"find-an-editor","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/jodieburdette.net\/lisatener\/find-an-editor\/","title":{"rendered":"Find an Editor"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/jodieburdette.net\/lisatener\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/7-questions-to-ask-an-editor-792x1024.jpg\" alt=\"find an editor questions to ask\n\" class=\"wp-image-19507\" width=\"261\" height=\"336\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jodieburdette.net\/lisatener\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/7-questions-to-ask-an-editor-792x1024.jpg 792w, https:\/\/jodieburdette.net\/lisatener\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/7-questions-to-ask-an-editor-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/jodieburdette.net\/lisatener\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/7-questions-to-ask-an-editor-116x150.jpg 116w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 261px) 100vw, 261px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Get my free report <a href=\"https:\/\/jodieburdette.net\/lisatener\/7-questions-to-ask-an-editor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>There comes a time in writing a book or proposal when you need professional feedback. Before you hire an editor, it&#8217;s helpful to know the different stages or types of editing. Here goes:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Developmental Editing<\/strong> helps you fine tune the sequence and the order of your book. A <a href=\"https:\/\/jodieburdette.net\/lisatener\/2019\/04\/after-a-first-draft-developmental-editing-digging-deeper-and-interviewing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">developmental edit<\/a> answers questions like:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have you presented the information in a format that makes sense to the reader? (Does it flow?)<\/li>\n<li>Does each piece of information build upon previous material?<\/li>\n<li>Is it clear?<\/li>\n<li>Will the material engage your readers?<\/li>\n<li>Where might the reader need or want more information?<\/li>\n<li>Is there anything extraneous or repetitive that should be cut?<\/li>\n<li>Does the &#8220;voice&#8221; need developing?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019ve had a few people (beta readers) read drafts of your book and they\u2019re confused, you need developmental editing. A developmental editor may even be able to help you suggest adding features to create a more enriching or engaging experience for your readers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Line Editing<\/strong> can help you turn a decent book into a highly marketable success by making your manuscript lively and enjoyable to read. A line editor will help you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Create clear, concise sentences that engage.<\/li>\n<li>Choose the most appropriate words to specifically convey your meaning and paint a picture.<\/li>\n<li>Match your sentences to a style and voice that best fits you (or your brand), your material and your readership.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Proofreading<\/strong> ensures that correct grammar, spelling and punctuation are used and that all your facts agree with one another. A proofreader will also make sure that there is no missing information in your book.<\/p>\n<h2>Communication is Key When Hiring an Editor<\/h2>\n<p>While these three types of editing serve as differentiators, there can be overlap. Some editors do line editing even in a developmental stage&#8211;that&#8217;s just how their minds work. In addition, sometimes developmental ideas can come up during line editing.<\/p>\n<p>Another term you may hear is <em>copyediting<\/em>. When someone talks about copyediting, they usually mean proofreading plus some small degree of line editing but others may mean full line editing.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure you and the editor clarify the cope of the work. Discuss specifically what you are looking for when you hire an editor.<\/p>\n<p>I can help you determine the type of editing you need for your book at this stage and can help you find the right editor for your needs. I encourage you to interview the editor to determine whether they are a match for you. See below for how the free referral program works.<\/p>\n<h2>Your Free Resource: Know What to Ask an Editor<\/h2>\n<p>Learn the right questions to ask so you make the right choice in hiring an editor.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: revert; font-size: 16px;\">Don\u2018t Hire a Editor until You Read My Free Ebook!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"fl-module fl-module-icon fl-node-5fb45d59b86e1\" data-node=\"5fb45d59b86e1\">\n<div class=\"fl-module-content fl-node-content\">\n<div class=\"fl-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"fas fa-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n<div id=\"fl-icon-text-5fb45d59b86e1\" class=\"fl-icon-text fl-icon-text-wrap\">\n<ul>\n<li>Learn why even professional writers hire editors.<\/li>\n<li>Discover which editor is a good fit for you and how to identify the red flags of a bad editor.<\/li>\n<li>Know what to anticipate when it comes to budget.<\/li>\n<li>Ask editors the right questions to get the best fit!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>==&gt; Get my free ebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/jodieburdette.net\/lisatener\/7-questions-to-ask-an-editor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>7 Questions to Ask an Editor Before You Hire Yours<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Find the Right Book Editor for Your Needs<\/h2>\n<p>Welcome to Lisa Tener&#8217;s Editorial Referral Program.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/jodieburdette.net\/lisatener\/contact\/\">Contact me<\/a> to determine the type of editing you need for your book and I\u2019ll help you find the right editor for your needs.<\/p>\n<p>Note : I work hard to find editors whom I consider top notch&#8211;and at different price ranges depending on your budget.\u00a0 I do receive a commission&#8211;it will come out of their marketing budget, not your costs.<\/p>\n<h2>Or Find a Co-Writer, Book Doctor or Ghostwriter<\/h2>\n<p>After writing some of the book or a first draft of a book, some authors decide that they need more than an editor; they need a writer to take their writing to the next level, in order to get published or reach the level of sales they aim for.\u00a0 As part of my referral program, I refer aspiring authors to excellent, experienced co-writers, book doctors and ghostwriters, some of whom have worked on <em>New York Times<\/em> Bestsellers and other award-winning books.\u00a0Find out more about <a href=\"https:\/\/jodieburdette.net\/lisatener\/find-a-ghostwriter\/\">ghostwriting services.<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There comes a time in writing a book or proposal when you need professional feedback. 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