Editorial Rates - The Editorial Freelancers Association About these rates The median rate ranges in the 2024 rate chart below are based on data from a survey administered to EFA members from November 2023 through mid-January 2024. One thousand…

If you're not sure what is reasonable to pay for editing, the EFA has a median rate chart you can check out: www.the-efa.org/rates/ #Editing #EFA

Absolutely! I just like to complete checklists, so I have to remind myself that this one will never be done, and that's more than okay.

Think of your TBR as a menu instead of a checklist; that way, it's not a neverending to-do list, but something you can pick from and enjoy. #Reading

So cute!

What Does a Query Critique Look Like? — Allison Alexander Get a sneak peek into what editorial feedback on a query looks like and questions to ask yourself about whether your query is ready to go.

If you're thinking of booking a query critique with me, here's a sample of what my feedback looks like. #Querying #Writing #Publishing

They're pretty!

Haha, I was also excited to learn I could possibly have one! My partner and I are both allergic, and we are doing okay with our siberian forest cat.

I recently learned I'd been using the term "hypoallergenic wrong." I used to say "There's no such thing as a hypoallergenic cat." But hypoallergenic just means "less likely to cause allergies." The word I'm looking for is "nonallergenic." There is no such thing as a nonallergenic cat. Words.

Cover for The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman. An anthropomorphic fox wearing a red robe walking along a mushroom-floored forest.

"Clare was dead. But he was also very much alive." —THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST by Aubrey Hartman

#FirstLineFriday #TBR #Fantasy #MiddleGrade

#CampRevPit doesn't just happen—it's powered by an incredible team! Behind the scenes, a stellar group of #RevPit alums and runner-ups is keeping the campfires burning and the energy high. Say hi to the wonderful crew! ⬇️

Aww what a sleepy floof.

Cat lying on top of someone's blanketed lap.

Cat lying on someone's lap underneath a blanket.

Yesterday's cuddles were on top of the blanket. Today she discovered she could go underneath. 😆

Why do stakes matter in a story? There need to be consequences if your protagonist doesn't achieve their goal, so that readers have a reason to root for them. The consequences don't have to be life or death, but they should matter to the character! #Writing #WritingTip

My 10Queries emails have also been sent.

It did bounce back! Feel free to DM or email me with an alternate email address.

Gorgeous!

I feel all smug when I realize I liked something BEFORE it became ultra popular, but it's really just luck that I read/watched it early, and there's absolutely nothing wrong with jumping on a bandwagon. ☺️

I have sent my emails out to every writer who subbed to me for #RevPit, so check your spam if you didn't get anything!

A long-haired gold/grey cat sitting on a red rug.

Today marks one and a half months as guardian to this sweet creature!

You will get an email from me shortly! Sometimes it takes us editors a few days to get all the emails in order.

Great question! I answered in a repost/thread.

novel, but it's a good start, and I'm always open to chatting over email about whether I'm the best choice for you or not. There's no harm in reaching out—we don't bite (except for @fromcarly.bsky.social, who is part vampire, but we don't hold it against her). 5/5

The nice thing about hiring #RevPit editors is that we have to do an editing test and be vetted by the board before joining, so there's an extra bit of security in knowing these editors are experienced and good at what they do. That doesn't necessarily mean they're the best FIT for your 4/5

So if you really connected with a #RevPit editor, liked how they conducted themselves on Bluesky and how they interacted with writers, then it's worth reaching out—even if you weren't on their shortlist. And you can always ask for a sample edit if you're unsure. 3/5

If you followed our submission guidelines and paid attention to our MSWLs (which all of the writers who subbed to me this year did—yay!), that means you're writing in genres and age categories that we absolutely love to work with. 2/5

I (and pretty sure I can speak for the other #RevPit editors here as well) would be happy to work with any of the writers who subbed to me. There are many reasons that go into picking shortlists, including how much we feel we can accomplish within the timeframe of the contest. 1/5

I want to clarify that #RevPit #10Queries is not the same as the top 10. Editors pick subs for 10Queries based on feedback that can benefit any writer. There may be overlap with top picks, but it's necessarily not a direct correlation. Several of my shortlist were not in my 10Queries and vice versa.

reminder: #RevPit editors are:
1. professional editors
2. sad we only got to pick 1 winner
3. open for work, yall.

the AC 1st place prize is a FREE full MS dev edit - but most of us offer discounts for all #RevPit participants & would be delighted to work with you on your amazing projects 💛 (1/2)

OTHER
• Allison Alexander’s blog: buff.ly/zdSOCQ0
• Ayesha Ali’s blog: buff.ly/zmsiZgD
• Jeni's developmental self-editing webinar: buff.ly/Ky5xj6u
• Laura's R&R FAQ: buff.ly/IuJx0HN
• Miranda's YouTube: buff.ly/J1xuZLg