Self-Editing for Indie Authors: 21 Quick and Easy Tips for Better Writing, Positive Reviews and More Sales

Don't Let a Poorly Edited Book Cost You Fans, Reviews and Sales.

Honed by more than 25 years’ experience as a professional writer and editor, independent author Michelle Lowery’s sharp eye and keen reasoning reveal the methods and best practices of self-editing for fiction writers and nonfiction writers alike.

Self-Editing for Indie Authors is presented in four main parts:

PART ONE: Indie Authors and the Business of Publishing

As an indie author, you’re more than just a writer, teacher or artist; you’re an entrepreneur, building your own business. Learn how taking a professional attitude toward your craft will net you more readers, better reviews and increased sales.

PART TWO: 21 Quick and Easy Self-Editing Tips

The tools for every indie author's toolbox, you'll find the 21 most important details to look at when editing your writing, each one explained first simply, then more in-depth, and illustrated with easy-to-understand examples.

PART THREE: How to Self-Edit

Excellent tools are only as good as the craftspeople putting them to work. Learn when and how best to exercise your book editing skills, and, just as importantly, when to set edits aside and simply write.

PART FOUR: Writing and Editing Resources

Learning a craft is just the beginning. Mastering it is a continuous process. Find other resources, in books and online, to further perfect your self-editing methods.

Whether you’re an experienced writer or a novice, writing fiction or nonfiction, for business or pleasure, you’ll find Michelle Lowery’s Self-Editing for Indie Authors is the perfect complement to your own skill and talent.