The Editor's Half Hour

Experienced editor Dan Letchworth discusses the challenges of posthumous editing in Episode 11. He shares his journey of editing memoirs based on his father's and grandfather's military careers, highlighting the complexities of working with deceased authors and the emotional toll it can take.

Maria Carillo, an experienced editor, discusses editing true crime in this episode.

Cara Jordan, a seasoned professional in academic editing, discusses the future of the industry, including working with academic clients, generative AI, and tips for editors. She shares insights on navigating academic editing challenges, addressing plagiarism, and the use of AI in the industry. Jordan also explores the changing landscape of academia, the role of editors in publishing, and the increased demand for editorial services.

Erika M. Weinert, author of 'Cursing with Style', shares her experience and knowledge of expletives in editing fiction. The podcast discusses the challenges of editing curse words, the nerdier side of language, and the book's creation and anniversary. Erika's hilarious and informative book is recommended for anyone with a love for spicy language.

Isobelle Lans, an expert in utilizing Instagram for editing businesses, shares her success stories and tips for maintaining a fun and engaging Instagram account. She discusses building relationships, showcasing personality through book selections, content consistency, hashtag strategies, and encouraging hesitant editors to embrace the platform.

Caroline Malloy, a book coach specializing in nonfiction, discusses the role of copyeditors in the book coaching process. She emphasizes providing authors with feedback to improve their manuscripts. The podcast explores how book coaches guide writers through the writing journey, from planning to pitching. It also delves into the benefits of using Slack for one-on-one coaching communication and managing workload and clients as a book coach.

Andréa Topper, a writing coach and editor specialized in true crime, joins the podcast to discuss her experiences in the field. She shares her observations of a CrossFit program in a prison and how it created a positive community. The speakers also delve into the challenges faced by editors and writers in handling sensitive content and making ethical decisions. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone interested in true crime or fiction based on true crime.

Beth Wojiski, an editor, writer, and threshold singer, shares insights on beta reading, setting rates, and the fun of supplementing income. She transitioned from tech to editing, emphasizing the importance of constructive criticism in enhancing authors' work. The podcast explores personal growth through writing and the benefits of beta reading for both readers and authors.

Amy J. Schneider, a fiction copyediting expert, discusses the copyediting process for fiction, building style sheets, and the copyeditor's mindset. Exploring nuances like dialogue mechanics and recognizing work on popular books like Where the Crawdads Sing. Amy's journey from textbooks to fiction editing and upcoming speaking engagements are also highlighted.

Erin Willard, a copyeditor, shares insights on editing fictional book series, emphasizing the need for consistency in characters, locations, and descriptions. The discussion covers handling plot holes, providing constructive feedback, and balancing critical editing with enjoyment. Erin also touches on the importance of maintaining sensitivity, collaborative problem-solving with authors, and the efficient workflow of editing multiple manuscripts simultaneously.