It's not easy to start a new relationship, but an author-editor partnership is a special one. Together you can make great things happen, and ensure readers are engaged, entertained, and keep reading your work. But freelance editing doesn't mean it should be free. Here are my tips for negotiating with an editor if you're on a tight budget.

Writing a best-selling romance novel is tough work. You have a great idea, fun characters, a memorable meet cute, and a compelling setting, but when you sit down to write the opening lines, you freeze. How do you captivate an audience with one sentence?

Finding an editor for your book sounds like a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be. Here are my tips to help authors choose the right professional to make their book shine.

Book editing brings me joy. I love books. I love working with others. So, why not start a company? An update.

Folkways Press founder Hannah Fields joins Kristen's blog for an update on her publishing company, book biz, and her plans for the future.

As a writer, you've probably spent a good deal of time thinking about word choice and narrative style.

Copyediting is an important part of the editing process. But does your book need it? Learn all about copyediting and how it can help you.