{"id":779,"date":"2010-04-05T05:03:49","date_gmt":"2010-04-05T13:03:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/publishingblog\/?p=779"},"modified":"2010-04-05T05:05:10","modified_gmt":"2010-04-05T13:05:10","slug":"learn-how-to-edit-your-own-book-manuscript","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/publishingblog\/?p=779","title":{"rendered":"Learn How to Edit Your Own Book Manuscript"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Let\u2019s assume that you are an author (or you are struggling to become one). You can write. You\u2019re a good storyteller. But you\u2019re facing a $1,500 to $3,500 editing bill before your manuscript is ready for publication. <\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s also assume that you have no desire to become an editor-for-hire. <\/p>\n<p>However, wouldn\u2019t you like to learn more about the editing process where it applies to your own writing? Wouldn\u2019t you like to save 30 to 50 percent or more on your final editing bill? And wouldn\u2019t you like to have more editing and writing skill for future projects? Those are some of the benefits I\u2019m offering in my new online course, \u201cPractical and Effective Self-Editing For Authors.\u201d This course is so new that it isn\u2019t even posted at my website, yet. Request the course description: PLFry620@yahoo.com. <\/p>\n<p>Another huge benefit is me, Patricia Fry! I come with the course and this means that you have an experienced editor working alongside you as you learn how to write with more authority, precision, accuracy and power.<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind that I am not offering an English class. This is a hands-on, down and dirty course designed specifically for authors of fiction or nonfiction books. We will work to strengthen your particular weaknesses. <\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve never enrolled in an online course, read about how it works here<br \/>\n<a href=http:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/course_howwork.htm><br \/>\nhttp:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/course_howwork.htm<\/a> <\/p>\n<p><strong>Catscapades<\/strong><br \/>\nIt\u2019s April. May is on its way. Does your wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother or a dear friend adore cats? Be sure to order her a one-of-a-kind copy of <strong><em>Catscapades, True Cat Tales <\/em><\/strong>as a special gift to tuck in with that bouquet of flowers or to wrap with a box of her favorite chocolates for Mother\u2019s Day. Order your copy here: <a href=http:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/catscapades.html> http:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/catscapades.html<\/a><br \/>\nYou can also order this book through amazon.com. <\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m planning my Fall travels. If your writers\u2019 group or conference is seeking a speaker, consider Patricia Fry. Check out some of my presentation topics here:<br \/>\n<a href=http:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/contactus.html> http:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/contactus.html<\/a> <\/p>\n<p>Learn more about Patricia Fry here:<br \/>\n<a href=http:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/whopage.html> http:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/whopage.html<\/a> <\/p>\n<p><strong>Something for FREE<\/strong><br \/>\nHave you subscribed to <em>SPAWNews<\/em>, yet? It\u2019s free. Along with your subscription, you get a free ebook, \u201cPromote Yourself! 25 Ways to Promote Your Work Whether You\u2019re an Artists, Author or Small Publisher.\u201d <a href=http:\/\/www.spawn.org> http:\/\/www.spawn.org<\/a> <\/p>\n<p>Wow, this is a lot of self-promotion. But I look at it as opportunities for you to grow and learn and become a better writer and a more successful author. Questions? 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