by Andi Benjamin As a long-time fan of The New Yorker, I was very excited about the recent release of The World She Edited, by Amy Reading. The book is a deeply researched and beautifully written biography of the magazine’s storied editor, Katharine S. White. As I read through it, I learned that White was … Continue reading Book Review: “The World She Edited,” by Amy Reading
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How to Write Your Breakup Letter
by Lisa Hislop This one is for the freelancers. In my former life as a dating coach, if a client decided to end a relationship, I had them write a breakup letter detailing why they ended it and why they are better off on their own. The deal was, if they felt the impulse to … Continue reading How to Write Your Breakup Letter
A Short Guide to Editing Fantasy
by Amanda Clarke Fantasy fiction is known for its ability to transport readers to far-off lands and imagined worlds full of magic, unusual creatures, and lands that defy the rules of our world. Anything goes, limited only by the author’s imagination. A big part of the genre is world building, to the point that in … Continue reading A Short Guide to Editing Fantasy
What’s in Your Editing Workspace? (#2)
"What’s in Your Editing Workspace" peeks past editors’ bookshelves and into their workspaces. In this second instalment, we explore everything from our day-to-day stationery to furniture, hardware to sources of inspiration, and more. If you have something you'd like to share, let us know. We want to see what’s in your editing workspace. Photo by Vadim Sherbakov … Continue reading What’s in Your Editing Workspace? (#2)
The Deceptively Simple Key to Being a Better Editor
by Dania Sheldon Whether you’re embarking on a career in editing or are already underway and wondering how to improve, the options can feel both exciting and daunting. But rather than inviting you down one of these many paths in the exhilarating labyrinth of possibilities, I’m going to beckon you up a small hill to … Continue reading The Deceptively Simple Key to Being a Better Editor
“Updates to The Chicago Manual of Style: A Round Table” (Editors Toronto October 2024 Program Recap)
by Maria Eydmans Earlier this year, the University of Chicago Press published a printed and bound update to the editor’s best friend, The Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS). With the tweaks and clarifications of the 18th edition came a lot of questions, comments, and approvals from new and seasoned editors alike. Photo by Sincerely Media … Continue reading “Updates to The Chicago Manual of Style: A Round Table” (Editors Toronto October 2024 Program Recap)
A Year In Review with West Coast Editor, The Editors’ Weekly, and BoldFace
As 2024 comes to a close, the four editors from the three official Editors Canada blogs, The Editors’ Weekly, BoldFace, and West Coast Editor, have come together to bring you all a year in review. Photo by Roven Images on Unsplash On Sunday, West Coast Editor, the official blog of Editors British Columbia, published part … Continue reading A Year In Review with West Coast Editor, The Editors’ Weekly, and BoldFace
Editors Advise: Advice for Newer Editors
In this series, editors share their experiences, insights, and tips on the practical aspects of working as an editor. In some of our previous “Editors Advise” instalments, our contributors have shared their thoughts on various topics, including professional development and formatting your résumé. For this edition, four editors share their advice for newer editors. Photo … Continue reading Editors Advise: Advice for Newer Editors
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