If you haven't yet heard of my friend Natasha, I'd like to introduce you. Natasha is a favorite author, client, and friend of mine, and this week one of her books is free on Amazon. A prequel, actually. To her soon-to-be-released full-length novel, Emma and the Reasons. You simply must … [Read more...]
How to Become a Proofreader and Do Work You Love
Earlier this week I received an email about an aspiring editor who wished to shadow some of my work in hopes of one day becoming a proofreader herself. Easiest email to answer all week! My answer was a resounding yes. I am often asked, How did you start freelancing? While I share some of my … [Read more...]
Want to Be More Productive? 8 Tools for Managing Everyday Life
As I took down yet another printable calendar from the fridge, I joked that the first year of our marriage had been all about systems. My husband and I have tried so many different things to help us merge our lives--and, most of all, our to-do lists. We tried multiple methods: an app to hold … [Read more...]
How to Make Time for Friends, Even After You’re Married
When I first sensed my now-husband was paying me extra attention, I knew exactly who to ask about him. My coworker had been there at community group the night he and I met. If anyone would have insight into whether I was just seeing things, she would. So when we both arrived at the office on … [Read more...]