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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 6h

Writing along with Novel November? October is prep month. ✍️ ProWritingAid has resources to help you brainstorm, outline, and manage your time before day one. What’s first on your prep list? prowritingaid.com/novel-november #NovelNovember #WritingCommunity

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 10h

Yeah, those are their default settings. We get the most work done when I walk Obi over to the dog park so he can play hard for an hour. Optimus is just happy to stroll around the block, but he wants to sit next to you while you're working. He takes supervising very seriously. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 10h

That's what she is! And she has two sisters, but the youngest is a russet color. The youngests are absolute gremlins, and I've yet to get a non-blurry picture of them. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 10h

He was really smug about it, Rachel. He knew he'd done something awful, and he just didn't care. He wanted to go outside so he could bird-watch. He did not get approved for bird-watching time. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 10h

A8: I'm the only person at my business. My #StetPets provide companionship and breaks throughout the day, and they're good listeners when I read manuscripts aloud. I think of them as morale officers for the company, except for my judgiest cat. He's a quality control officer. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 10h

Obi is Optimus's brother. Obi (left) walks very quickly. Optimus meanders at best. They cannot walk at the same time, so I get double walks when I stay with them. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 10h

A7: As a freelancer, I can make a schedule that works for me and my dog. I used to feel guilty about midday breaks. But it doesn't matter if the "real workday" isn't over. As long as we get the work done, when the work happens doesn't matter. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

Definitely. He's scared of so many things, and he's willing to eat anything, anytime. He doesn't want to walk more than a mile at a time, either. I don't think he'd make the Transformers team. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

His dad has a golf tournament this Friday. We'll see if Bo gets to ride along in the cart! #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

A6 (2): Save your work frequently. I had a cat walk across my keyboard and delete three pages of content. He didn't care, but I sure did. Any drinks near your equipment should have a lid on it when a pet is around. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

A6: Your favorite work cardigan is going to be destroyed. Paws and claws are not kind to knitwork. You'll take more breaks than you expect, especially with puppies. Build buffers into your contract deadlines. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

Pro tip: Lego plants will never die, and pets don't eat them. My Lego succulents are way more reliable than the real ones. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

A5 (2): I did have to end a meeting early one time because Leon got scared of something and jumped into my lap. He is not small. Things were knocked over. All attendees were concerned and agreed that Leon needed immediate comfort, not a longer meeting. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

A5: My dogs crash my mastermind zoom meetings frequently. But they're very welcome. Who doesn't want to see Bonnie's beautiful face? She makes every meeting better. Noise-cancelling headphones are recommended, though. Barking happens. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

His dad grew up watching Transformers, and Optimus Prime is his hero. Naturally, he would not consider other names for his dog. Optimus the dog takes after Winnie the Pooh more than Optimus Prime, though. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

I have killed two out of five succulents, and I am thrilled that two of the remaining ones are thriving in the windowsill finally. The third remains in danger; I don't feel great about that one, but it's hanging in there. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

Agreed. My work is more spread out on days when I have a dog, but it ends up being better for me. My eyes get a screen break, my brain gets a break, and I get to run around in the yard and laugh at my friends, like Bodie (multicolor) and Optimus (blond). They're hilarious. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

He totally does. He enjoys boating too. He's fancier than I am. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

A4: This is Obi. He has some health problems, and some days, that means we fall behind schedule. Usually, we take shorter, more frequent breaks. We might end up working a little later or catching up a bit on the weekend. But it's worth it. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

A2: When I have a dog to take care of, I'm way better about taking movement breaks throughout the work day. Getting nudged with a cold nose or paw is a great reminder that I can't ignore. Big sad eyes are also very effective for getting a #StetWalk. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

You jest, but Bo does have a special ice cube tray that makes ice in the shape of dog bones. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

I had to get a water meter for my plants. Otherwise, I tend to overwater and kill my office plants. Repotting is a huge undertaking, so that only happens every few years. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

A3: Depends on the dog. I take Leon (brown dog) for a big walk in the mornings, then he's happy to nap for a couple hours while I work. But Bo (blond dog) is very happy to play with cognative toys while I work until our break times. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

This was my first nephew, Macintosh. He will always be my favorite cat. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

He's some kind of doodle mix, a real sweetheart. We spend several days a month together, so he feels like family. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

I'm so impressed! I've got a few pothos and zz plants that I've kept alive for a few years, but 40 years is incredible. What's your secret? #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

I'm the opposite. I've had two dogs of my own but no cats. I have two cat nephews, though, and they are very handsome fellows. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

A1: Most of the time, they hang out in my office, or whatever space I'm working in that day. Sometimes, Bo (who is very bougie) prefers to sit on the screened-in porch if it's nice out and he can find a friend to join him. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

This is Bo, my assistant last week. He feels very strongly that we must stop work at 11:30 and 4:30 for a play break, no matter what. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

Hey! It's true—balance can be an issue when multiple pets are involved. I try to limit to one family's pets at a time, three dogs max. Otherwise, it's just chaos and no editing gets done. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 11h

Hi! I'm Holly, an editor and proofreader for small businesses and nonfiction authors. I accidentally became the neighborhood pet sitter, so I have a rotating team of stet pets, some of whom are better editorial assistants than others. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

#TuesdayTip: Choosing a sans serif font (Aptos, Arial, Verdana) instead of a serif font like Times New Roman makes text easier to read for people with dyslexia. It’s the simplest place to start to make your content more accessible. 🔗 More tips: bit.ly/4yGsrGS #WritingCommunity

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Around 15–20 percent of people have a language-based learning disability, so some of your audience finds reading difficult. Four simple formatting changes can help. My latest post shows how: bit.ly/4yGsrGS #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth #WritingTips #AccessibleContent

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

It's International Podcast Day! 🎙️ Podcasts help authors and small businesses share expertise and reach new audiences. A few of my favorites for writers and editors: -The Modern Editor -The Editor's Half Hour -Alexa's Publishing Chat What's in your rotation? #PodcastDay #AmLearning

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Consistency in writing isn’t rigidity—it’s freeing your team from second-guessing every word choice. Clear, current style guidelines mean less debating and more creating. That’s the quiet work a style sheet does. 💡 Refresh yours this fall: bit.ly/4wtCXzY #MotivationMonday #BrandVoice

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

A comms manager told me everything they published was "getting shot full of holes." 😬 We built a custom style guide and reviewed each newsletter. Confidence and morale climbed—and readers stopped spotting errors. How does your team catch its own mistakes? #EditingTips #ContentStrategy

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Time is really the only capital that any human being has, and the only thing we can't afford to lose. ✍️ Outsourcing your writing and editing buys that time back. What would you do with the hours? #TimeManagement #EditingTips

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

This summer I surveyed my small-business clients, and 80% said they value help with their house style. Style sheets hold your message together across every platform—when they’re current. Keeping them current is the part that slips. ➡️Let’s fix that: bit.ly/4wtCXzY #HouseStyle #EditingServices

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

September 24 is National Punctuation Day—show your commas and em dashes some love! 📅 Proper punctuation means clarity and credibility, whether it's content for clients or your next book. What punctuation mark trips you up most? #NationalPunctuationDay #EditingMatters

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

It's officially fall! Is your company ready? 🍂 New product descriptions, a website refresh, a seasonal newsletter—I provide content writing, copyediting, and proofreading for all of it. How are you prepping for the season? #SmallBizSupport #EditingTips

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Pssst—my Self-Editing Starter Kit is FREE. ✍️ Checklists, style sheet templates, Word shortcuts, and more, delivered when you join the BulletProof Bulletin. 🔗 bws-self-editing-starter-kit.subscribepage.io #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Refreshing your style sheet this fall? Don’t start from scratch. Start from a template, then customize the sections that matter—reference guides, numbers, punctuation, key terms. 🔗 Post + my free template: bit.ly/4wtCXzY #StyleSheet #FreeResource

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Writing and editing is time consuming—no way around it. ⏳ Outsource to a pro, invest a little time up front, and reclaim the hours you'd spend on research, drafts, and revisions. How would you spend that time back? #IndieAuthor #EditingTips

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Let us hope that neither of us has to figure this out for real. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

But if they list your name depsite you asking them not to, how would you address it? #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

A7.2: I also have a referral resource I can share with them, if I think the project might work for someone in my network. #StetChat

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BulletProof Writing Services @bulletproofwriting.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

A7: Refer them to the EFA or ACES directory or job board. I keep a template for responses like this. Text Expander or Phrase Express are handy in these situations. #StetChat

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