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Here, we’ll discuss a wide variety of editorial and artistic topics from bookish things, book reviews, freelance editing, writing, and content creation, social media marketing, being an artist and everything in between. Subscribe to my newsletter in the side bar to get notifications when new blog posts come out!
Bookish Things
The Bookish Things category of the blog is where I write about all things books! Here, you can find book reviews, author interviews, reading challenges, bookish goal setting, and yearly surveys and wrap-ups. If you want me to review a book, you can submit a review request here.
Freelancing
Are you an aspiring book editor, literary agent, or publishing industry professional seeking some actionable tips for getting into the book world? I’ve got you covered! The Freelancing category of this blog is dedicated to all the editors, agents, writers, content creators, and other publishing industry professionals looking to grow in their field, refresh their knowledge, or start their freelancing business. This section will cover topics such as editing, marketing, querying, content creation, website development, and other areas of the freelancing side of the publishing world.
Writing Advice
To all the writers out there that want clear, relatable, actionable, and sustainable writing advice that is easy to understand and apply—and isn’t just the same old recycled craft tips from decades ago—The Writing Advice category of the blog is for you. This section will cover topics such as how to write, edit, and revise a book, how to query agents, how to get your book published, and how to find success as a independent publisher.
Life Between The Pages
The Life Between The Pages category is where I write about my life as a creative writer, freelance editor, bookworm, mixed media artist, and everything in between. Here, you find blog posts on topics such as reading habits, self-care, organization, and mental health, to name a few. Occasionally, you’ll find posts about art school, fine and digital art, supplies, materials, mediums, and crafting here as well. This is also where I’ll drop website/blog updates from time to time.
Academics & Professional Development
As a creative writer, freelance editor, and teacher, I have gathered quite a bit of reading, writing, and language knowledge over the years. The Academics & Professional Development category of the blog is dedicated to sharing what I’ve learned with students, parents, teachers, and administrators. In this section of the blog, you’ll find articles about the education system, blog posts about professional development, and guides for college prep.
Hi there! I’m Payton.
I'm a reader, book editor, and content creator living in Oklahoma with my partner and my plant babies. This is where you’ll find slices of my life between the pages. Grab a warm cup of coffee and stay for a while.
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