Unlike a house inspection report, a full developmental edit does more than just leave a writer with a list of problems. And this is what I love most about the work: at its core, developmental editing is collaborative, creative, and expansive.

Interesting things happen when writers are transparent with editors about how AI shaped their nonfiction.

Aspiring authors and editors: How do you feel when you hear the phrase “build a platform?” I’m here to remind you to keep it simple: if you have a strong manuscript, you’re ready to share work with an audience.

This one’s for nonfiction writers who’ve ever felt like their voice got lost somewhere between draft one and the final edit—and for editors who know their job is to bring that voice back to life, not bury it.

This is for nonfiction authors dedicated to maintaining their authentic voice—and for editors committed to honoring and amplifying it.