I love @janefriedman.com’s 3 Ps! She's so great at being clear and concise in her messaging. This is my favorite quote from the exclusive interview. Join my Patreon to get access to this episode's "after party" by joining as a Sneak "Pique" Supporter for only $5/month. Patreon.com/editorshalfhour

The last several days have been dedicated to my own annual review and planning. This has become one of my favorite parts of being a freelancer, because I get to celebrate myself and approach goal setting with joy. And the affirmation cards from @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social are the perfect guide!

The latest episode with @petersokolowski.bsky.social has been posted! Visit piquepublishing.com/podcast to watch or listen.

I love how @petersokolowski.bsky.social shares his insights about the new Merriam-Webster Collegiate! I can’t wait to share this episode on December 1. Stay tuned!! Piquepublishing.com/podcast The new 12th edition is available on Nov. 18. Do some adulting and place your preorder today!

I don’t know if there’s a word in the dictionary to describe the level of excitement I have for my interview with @petersokolowski.bsky.social!! He’s such a delightful person and I loved getting to know him! Y’all are in for a treat! Yes, “y’all” is in the dictionary and so is “fangirl.”

What organizations help make the #EdsGuild2025 Red Pencil Conference the friendliest editing conference around? Thanks to exhibitors @uwcontinuinged.bsky.social, Third Place Books, and @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social's Pique Publishing! Find out more & register today at edsguild.org/red-pencil-2025

Check out the latest episode of The Editor’s Half Hour with Aryn Van Dyke about how editors can expand their services and strengthen their businesses through marketing insight. Piquepublishing.com/podcast

Coming soon! Learn what editors should know about book marketing! There’s so much more we can add to our professional services to help authors! Stay tuned.

What organizations help make the #EdsGuild2025 Red Pencil Conference the friendliest editing conference around? We're thrilled to have @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social's Pique Publishing as lanyard sponsor and as an exhibitor. Find out more and register today at edsguild.org/red-pencil-2025

The most recent episode is out! Learn from Marie Ellis about how to find your happy place as a freelance editor. piquepublishing.com/podcast Consider joining my Patreon for $5 a month to get access to all of the exclusive interviews where we discuss AI in our industry. Patreon.com/editorshalfhour

Coming soon! Marie Ellis, founder of Muse Content, will share how editors can discover their happy place, build confidence in their craft, and create content that truly connects. This episode has tips for editors at every stage! Visit piquepublishing.com/podcast to catch up on past episodes.

www.linkedin.com/pulse/gettin... I finally did it! Here's my article on the massive style sheet I made for Blue Planet: Recontact, created by @biohazardjeff.bsky.social. Thank you to @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social for encouraging me and @ninjafingers.bsky.social for editing this. 1/2

I’m so proud of this interview with @laurapoole.bsky.social! Check out the latest, just released today. Thanks, @kokedit.bsky.social for your support and for helping me spread the news!

Snip snip. ✂️ If you’ve seen Laura Poole’s LinkedIn posts (@laurapoole.bsky.social), you know what comes next—a wordy sentence gets a quick trim, and suddenly it’s sharper, cleaner, and more concise. If you're not following Laura, you're missing out! Her posts are brilliant! Stay tuned!

The latest episode has been posted! @thegrammargeek.bsky.social and I dive into why grammar isn’t stuck in the past, how it’s evolving, and why editors like us don’t judge—we adapt. Visit piquepublishing.com/podcast for the full interview or watch it on YouTube.

Do you think editors are secretly judging your every typo? Think again! On Friday, I will post the latest episode of The Editor’s Half Hour, featuring grammar guru Dave Nelsen @thegrammargeek.bsky.social! We chat about why *not* being your grandma’s grammar police is the new editorial vibe.

If you think grammar is all about stiff rules, think again. Dave Nelsen (@thegrammargeek.bsky.social) is here to shake things up and challenge the norms—with a modern twist that even your grandma would approve of. Visit piquepublishing.com/podcast to catch up on past episodes!

The latest episode with @thenarrativecraft.bsky.social was just posted yesterday! Andy did an excellent job of explaining what it takes to provide developmental edits for world-building. There's so much to learn from him! Visit piquepublishing.com/podcast. youtu.be/jKhObwAdj4o

It's always awkward to promote a thing that you did, you don't want to come across like you're bragging. Still, I'm really proud of this interview I did for the amazing @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social's podcast. If you want to learn more about TTRPG editing, I think you'll get something from it.

Stay tuned to hear some editorial magic from Andrew Hodges! He is great at breaking down the editorial process to help authors stay authentic in their writing.

I will start offering exclusive podcast content for The Editor’s Half Hour podcast! Exclusive content will allow me to share deeper conversations and behind-the-scenes insights with my guests. And I’m still running that signed book giveaway that I announced last week! Patreon.com/EditorsHalfHour

Thank you so much! I had a lot of fun with @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social, she is such a great interviewer.

The recent interview I did with @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social is live! I'm so excited for folks to see/listen to this episode. I talk about how I got into editing TTRPGs, the unique challenges I've faced, the importance of continuity, and how I approach my work. youtu.be/ouZtQEeUgvs?...

This is my favorite quote from my upcoming podcast episode with @editrix-rachel.bsky.social Rachel Lapidow. She's a genius when it comes to editing TTRPGs! I think this is one of the most unique episodes to date! Stay tuned for June 1. Visit piquepublishing.com/podcast to catch up on past episodes.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to edit a book that’s also a game—and a whole imaginary world? In the next episode, I will interview @editrix-rachel.bsky.social (Rachel Lapidow), who works on tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs). Stay tuned—you won’t want to miss it!

The latest episode is out! I had the opportunity to interview @acesediting.bsky.social president @h-e-saunders.bsky.social and Robinson Prize winner @jamaaldpittman.bsky.social. Check it out! www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JKF...

In the next episode, I’m joined by two standout voices from this year’s @acesediting.bsky.social conference in Salt Lake City. First, I interview @h-e-saunders.bsky.social, president of ACES and CEO of Nova Arc Content Co. and @jamaaldpittman.bsky.social, this year’s Robinson Prize winner.

Join me for The Art of Manuscript Evaluations—a live webinar hosted by the University of Chicago. Learn how to spot a manuscript’s strengths, flag its weaknesses, and deliver thoughtful, actionable feedback for authors. 🔗 Register here: professional.uchicago.edu/events/art-manuscript-evaluations

I had a great time chatting with Neva Kares Talladen on the Talking Writing podcast! If you’re a writer, editor, or anyone chasing a creative dream, I hope this conversation leaves you feeling a little more seen and a lot more inspired. rss.com/podcasts/tal... 

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Yes!! 🙌 One of my highlights as well!

Spotted: @h-e-saunders.bsky.social and @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social 🎙️ 🗣️ @ #ACES2025 @acesediting.bsky.social

Colleen Newvine shares how freelance editors and writers can grow an engaged audience, attract the right clients, and make their newsletters work for them—without the stress. Visit colleennewvine.com to learn more about Colleen and the services she provides. piquepublishing.com/podcast

On April 1, Colleen Newvine and I discuss how to attract the right audience and turn your newsletter into a powerful tool. She makes the newsletter-writing process feel magical. ✨ Visit tinyurl.com/editorshalfhour to subscribe to my newsletter! Visit colleennewvine.com to learn more about Colleen.

I’m so proud of my interview with Jamaal Pittman @jamaaldpittman.bsky.social! I posted this episode on March 1 and it’s gained a lot of attention in the editorial community. Watch the interview on YouTube and share your feedback! youtu.be/N9s-VJBvJ78?... What topic(s) did you most enjoy?

On March 1, I'll share my interview with Jamaal Pittman on his book, “The Copy Editor’s Lifestyle Guide.” This book is amazing! Buy your copy: a.co/d/baPB5Ze 🎧 piquepublishing.com/podcast 📺 Watch YouTube/@piquepublishinginc.764 ✉️ Subscribe: eepurl.com/iXaVBU 🫶 Support: Patreon.com/EditorsHalfHour

Melissa Haskin will launch her course, "Recipe Editing 101," on March 11! Listeners can get $25 off with the promo code Nadia25! 🎉 Be the first to level up your recipe-editing skills! Visit melissa-haskin.com/courses to register! 📺 Watch this episode: youtu.be/n55lOXZthpQ?...

For us, copyediting isn’t just a job—it’s a lifestyle. I am beyond excited to share the upcoming podcast episode with Jamaal Pittman. He’s one of the best! We have so much to learn from him. Buy a copy of his book, and stay tuned! a.co/d/a74qBdW

The latest episode is out! @amyedits.bsky.social Amy Frushour Kelly was an awesome guest. She doesn’t shy away from talking about the ethical side of generative AI. You won’t want to miss this interview! youtu.be/X6TTRV3g2Oc?...

In a few more days, I’ll share the next episode of The Editor’s Half Hour. I interview @amyedits.bsky.social who helps us navigate the ethics of AI. It’s a great interview! Visit piquepublishing.com/podcast to catch up on past episodes.

It's time to talk about AI and ethics! 👀 🫠 I am so fortunate to have the wonderful Amy Frushour Kelly on the podcast! We talk about some of the recent AI shortcomings and the resignations as a result! If you know, you know. 🫣 Stay tuned!

Let’s start the year with a mindful and self-compassionate approach! Ease into your work and examine your systems to find something that works for you! @loripax.bsky.social shares some awesome tips in the latest episode of The Editor’s Half Hour Podcast. Check it out! youtu.be/fqudtASFB4k?...

🎙️ In a few more days, I'll share the latest episode of The Editor's Half Hour! Lori Paximadis @loripax.bsky.social and I discuss the best tools and tech for streamlining editorial projects. Don’t forget to sign up for the podcast newsletter: eepurl.com/iXaVBU

Coming soon!!! Let’s start 2025 by discovering ways to improve our systems and shortcuts! Lori Paximadis @loripax.bsky.social and I will share a great episode that will inspire you to think differently about your freelance editing business. Mark your calendars for Jan 1 to listen to this episode!

🦸‍♀️✨ Final Episode Alert! ✨🦸‍♂️ 💥 Don’t miss the season finale of The Editor’s Half Hour podcast, featuring an epic interview with @madeleinevasaly.com, author of “The Proofreader’s Guide to Comic Book Style.” 📗 comicbookstyle.com YouTube: youtu.be/GZeeYiFFLx8?...

Tune in on Dec. 1 for my special interview with @madeleinevasaly.com, the author of the newly released book, "The Proofreader’s Guide to Comic Book Style." We discuss grammar, style, and the heroic art of editing dialogue balloons. madeleinevasaly.com/book piquepublishing.com/podcast

My Affirmation Cards for Editors made it into the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center’s Holiday Gift Guide! 🎉 Each box contains 74 affirmations and a wooden stand. These are a perfect gift for editors!! Use promo code FREESHIP24! Visit piquepublishing.com/shop to purchase your set today!

Celebrate #editors all through 2025 with the Inaugural Editors Calendar, created by CaTyra Polland & @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social. Purchase it now at 2025-editors-calendar.printify.me/product/1539.... I never thought I'd be a "Calendar Girl"! 🤣 #AmEditing #WritingCommunity

Thanks, everybody! I’ll stick around in case there are any lingering questions. Please @ me if I missed any. My book is out November 20, and I'll be on the December 1 episode of the Editor’s Half Hour podcast with @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social. You can also catch me at #ACES2025! #ACESChat

Introducing the 2025 Inaugural Editors Calendar—a celebration of the unsung heroes who turn words into magic. This is the perfect gift for yourself or the wordsmith in your life! Purchase your copy today! 🔗 2025-editors-calendar.printify.me/product/1539...