Assessing a non-fiction editing project: With...

Get tips on building a proofreading toolkit - the tools, checklists and techniques that support consistency and accuracy.Listen to find out more aboutWhy a toolkit mattersCore proofreading toolsChecklists – your secret weaponProofreading techniquesCombining tools, checklists, and ...  Show more

Learn about managing your files and folders containing editing and proofreading work.Listen to find out more aboutWhy file management mattersSetting up a logical folder systemNaming files like a proSensible version control that won’t drive you bonkersBacking up your workCloud sto ...  Show more

In today's episode, we’re going to talk through the different types of editors you might need to work with to get your book ready to publish. Here's a preview of what's included: 

[01:40] A developmental editor is someone who is concerned with the o ...

It's the Editor's turn! Some of The Magnus Archives editors, Annie, Elizabeth and Nico sit down to listen to a selection of their favourite editing moments from the show.Content WarningsExplicit languageSpoilers for all of The Magnus ArchivesHospitalsPhysical violence & death (in ...  Show more

This is the non-fiction partner to our favourite fiction books episode!

We talk about reading to develop lateral thinking; changing your underlying assumptions about things; choosing books that will help you see the world in new ways; why we don't get mu ...

Editing an hour-long factual film can take a couple of months. The editor and director work closely to make the most of what’s been shot and to tell the story as clearly and engagingly as possible.This week’s podcast goes into the cutting room to examine this intense and creative ...  Show more