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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Editing on a sentence level? Check out my guide with 10 simple revisions that will make a big impact. You can download it for free from the resources page of my website: jodiherlick.com/blog/

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Thoughts on writing and craft.

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

The productivity killer is at work again.

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Mark J. Engels @mark-engels.com · 26/12/2024

My urban fantasy thriller novels featuring the modern-day remnant of an ancient clan of werecats torn apart as militaries on three continents vie to exploit their deadly talents are in group promo with a bunch of other great looking books! Check 'em out at storyoriginapp.com/to/lOzs3Wq

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New Year, New Monsters 5: From the Seas

Fantasy | Monsters | Horror | Supernatural | Dragons

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

Sometimes you stop to smell the bubbles and fall in the bathtub.

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

My editorial assistant has taken my computer hostage and growls when I try to move her. I think she's demanding a promotion. #WritingCommunity

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

There's something wonderful about sitting down to write and reaching a flow state almost immediately, especially when it's been a few weeks of fighting to get out a couple hundred words. #WritingCommunity

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

Just a reminder that tomorrow is the last day to receive my Black Friday discount. I'm offering 30% off on full manuscript edits to anyone who reaches out for a free sample edit by the end of November, even if you book later. Query critiques on sale as well! www.jodiherlick.com

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BH Sprinkle @bhsprinkle.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

@mjengels.bsky.social welcome to BlueSkySocial! In case nobody knows this yet or I don't chat about it enough these days, Mark writes excellent books. I love the Forest Exiles Saga. Go say hello.

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Mark J. Engels @mark-engels.com · 29/11/2024

Why yes indeed! My urban fantasy thrillers feature the modern-day remnant of an ancient clan of werecats, torn apart as militaries on three continents vie to exploit their deadly talents. As featured on my books' covers and elsewhere: www.amazon.com/dp/B0C572FW6N

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Forest Exiles Saga

Visit Amazon's Forest Exiles Saga Page and shop for all Forest Exiles Saga books. Check out pictures, author information, and reviews of Forest Exiles Saga

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

LEGO sets have gotten very realistic... and adorable.

A black cat and an orange cat in LEGO store bags.

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

While I remain envious of writers who can plot their books before drafting, I am giving up on any further plotting on my WIP. I'm halfway through the first draft, and from here on, I'm just going to see what weirdness comes out. Where are my fellow chaos lovers? #WritingCommunity

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Black Friday specials! I'm a collaborative editor who offers encouraging, actionable feedback. Reach out for a free sample edit or book a service before December 1 and receive 30% off a full-length manuscript edit. Submission critiques are as low as $20! Visit www.jodiherlick.com. #WritingCommunity

Image of butterflies on a typewriter. Text: Developmental editing, line editing, mentoring, submission packages

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 09/02/2024

Cat vs. Lizard: The epic battle of who gets to snuggle with the dirty dish towel no one has bothered to bring to the laundry room

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 21/01/2024

To celebrate the launch of my editing business, I'm giving away a free submission critique package! Plus, the first 20 people who enter and repost this will get guaranteed feedback. For more info: jodiherlick.com/2024/01/21/s... #amquerying #writingcommunity #amwriting

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Submission Package Giveaway

First pages are critical in grabbing the attention of agents, publishers, and readers. If your pages aren't getting the response you hoped for, or if you'd like feedback before you start submitting yo...

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 14/01/2024

Today's blog is for everyone who's gotten feedback that attempts to change the heart of their story. In the face of rejection, we need to remember that our stories are important because of their glorious uniqueness. #amwriting #writingcommunity jodiherlick.com/2024/01/14/s...

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Staying True to Your Story

Meg Murray was one of my first literary heroes. I remember sitting on a park bench when I was twelve, ignoring the vivid greenness of the trees that rustled around me because I was too immersed in A W...

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 06/01/2024

Happy Lizard-day doesn't have quite the same ring as Happy Caturday, but Pickle wishes you happiness anyway.

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 24/12/2023

My daughter made me the perfect Christmas present. #WritingCommunity

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 16/12/2023

He was happy to learn that today is #Caturday.

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 26/11/2023

Yesterday I wrote for 2 or 3 hours and got 1300 words written. For me, that was a lot. This is also why I don't do Nanowrimo. Any other slow drafters out there? #WritingCommunity

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 25/11/2023

Happy #Caturday from Puck the grumpy reindeer!

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 08/11/2023

My desk is sad that I haven't cleaned it. 😬

Sad face made from dirty spots on a desk

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 28/10/2023

The AVS (Anti Vacuuming Squad) is hard at work on my lap. At least I'm getting some editing done! #Caturday

An orange cat and a black and white cat sitting on a lap

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 22/10/2023

I wish these fall days would last.

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 20/10/2023

Today was the perfect day to get away from it all and refresh my soul. #Momswritersclub

Picture of a pond covered with green duckweed, surrounded by multi-colored trees.

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 14/10/2023

I'm jealous of authors who can fully plot out their entire novel in advance. No matter how hard I try, I can only do one act at a time, and then I can't go on until I've written that act. It'd be so much easier if it all came at once. #WritingCommunity

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 07/10/2023

I just finished the first act of my WIP, and the word count is almost exactly where I want it. 🥳 At the rate I've been going, I'll finish this draft... sometime in 2025. 🤦‍♀️ #WritingCommunity

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 06/10/2023

I woke up in the middle of the night stressing over the day job, but I forced myself to think about the next scene in my WIP instead. When I woke up this morning, the first thought in my mind was a solution to a problem. Yay, subconscious! #Momswritersclub

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 02/10/2023

Ah, the eternal struggle between wanting/needing to write and being completely exhausted from the day job. 😔 #MomsWritersClub

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 26/09/2023

Okay, but how am I supposed to get anything done when this handsome boy is looking at me?

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 26/09/2023

Here's the mood board for my creepy, dark YA fantasy that's filled with shadows, guilt, and magical violin music.

Creepy images of an abandoned house, a girl with shadows across her face, and butterflies.

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 24/09/2023

Am I using this developmental editing class to procrastinate my own writing because this WIP is kicking my butt? Maybe... #WritingCommunity

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 20/09/2023

I'm exhausted from the day job. Does this mean I won't be able to write, or does it mean my conscious brain will get out of the way and let magic happen if I write?

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Jodi Herlick @jodiherlick.bsky.social · 19/09/2023

I'm so excited to be here and looking forward to connecting with other authors! I write mostly dark YA speculative, and I post probably too many pictures of my cats and bearded dragon. (But they're really cute, so I can't help it!)

black and white cat and bearded dragon sitting next to each other

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