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Kristen Tate @kristentate.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

It's here! The Kickstarter for my newest Novel Study book is live now. If you've ever read a great novel and thought, "How did they pull it off?" Well, I have so much to tell you! #amwriting #amediting www.kickstarter.com/projects/blu...

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Bestsellers: A Fiction Writing Craft Guide in 40 Charts

How 8 best-selling novels across genres work—from openings to endings, scenes to structures—analyzed in full-color graphs.

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Kristen Tate @kristentate.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

After three decades studying novels and more than a decade working as a fiction editor, I firmly believe there’s no winning formula for a bestseller.

Book cover of Bestsellers by Kristen Tate on a yellow circle against navy; heading reads "A toolbox, not a rulebook."

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

This is heart-breaking news. Soraya was a terrific writer, so smart and fierce.

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

I had the great privilege of copyediting this book. It is a terrific, compelling read about the hard, essential work of making good public policy. That might not sound like a banger, but trust me—it is.

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Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor @carolinavonkampen.com · 12/06/2026

#Edibuddies, has anyone worked with a client who wanted to publish with She Writes Press? #Authors, have you published with them or know someone who did? What was their experience? Scam or legit? #freelanceeditor #amediting #writingcommunity #writersky #indieauthors #hybridpublishing

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Hey editors, #EFACON2026 is almost here! Are you attending? So many great sessions! I'm especially looking forward to Dawn Vinson's strategic planning workshop & Rita Forbes's presentation on stream decks (an amazing tool for copyeditors). 👀 bit.ly/EFACONRF26

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Milkweed, publisher of beautiful, important books, is accepting applications for its paid fellowship program. This is an amazing on-ramp to a publishing career. Check it out! milkweed.org/the-milkweed...

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The Milkweed Fellowship | Milkweed Editions

The Milkweed Fellowship

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Tanya Gold | Editor & Translator 💕📚 (they/iel) @tanyagold.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

This year's business coaching scholarship is open for applications through June 20! If you're an editor from a background, culture, or community historically underrepresented in publishing, I hope you'll apply. More details ⬇ tanyagold.com/coaching-for... #AmEditing #Edibuddies #WritingCommunity

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

I had the honor of copyediting this fascinating, well-researched book. Anyone who cares about ecosystems or food systems (which should be everyone) should read this!

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#StetChat @stetchat.com · 20/05/2026

Introducing #StetChat, an hourlong live conversation on Bluesky for the #editing community. Each chat focuses on a specific editing-related topic. We encourage all #editors to chime in and share their insights and ideas. Let’s #StetChat! 🗣️ #editorsky #amediting #edibuddies #freelanceeditor

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Hello EFA members! 👋 If you're having trouble logging in to the (new) new website, you are not alone. Please email info@the-efa.org to request assistance in resetting your password. (You should get a response within 48 hours.)

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

If you like novels, editing, nerding out with data, and smart discussions, don't miss out on this *free* book club! Kristen is brilliant at teasing out what makes a novel work—and now you can learn her tools of the trade.

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

I'm #NotAtACES but am learning vicariously thanks to Carolina's expert live-posting. #ACES2026

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Tanya Gold | Editor & Translator 💕📚 (they/iel) @tanyagold.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Hey, #Editors & #WritingCommunity! 👋🏻 I've topped up the scholarships for all my self-paced courses again! There's a limited number of scholarship spots for editors and writers from marginalized groups. They're first-come, first-serve, no questions asked. TanyaGold.com #AmEditing #WriterSky 💙📚

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Hi, editor pals! 👋 I’m emerging from lurkerdom to say I’m running for the EFA’s board of governors. I’ve been a member for 10+ years & want to ensure the EFA centers members’ needs while continuing its growth & evolution. More info on all candidates here: www.the-efa.org/efa-elections/

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EFA Elections

Elections for the EFA Board of Directors will take place March 30–April 10. Members, please be on the lookout for your electronic ballots, which will come from Association Voting. The election results...

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Tanya Gold | Editor & Translator 💕📚 (they/iel) @tanyagold.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

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David Roberts @volts.wtf · 03/09/2025

The biggest scandal in US public life *ought* to be that we are the richest country in history & yet our infrastructure sucks, our transportation choices suck, our cities suck, our healthcare sucks, our public administration sucks, & in dozens of little ways, our daily lives suck.

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

This is an incredible opportunity to get feedback from some of the best editors around. Don’t miss it!

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Soraya Nadia McDonald @soraya.press · 01/08/2025

Public media is really special. Shame, shame, shame on this regime and its campaign to make everyone scared, obedient, and stupid. They are stealing from all of us and from our futures. Despicable.

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Mar Hicks @histoftech.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

This is like those treeless house developments where they clearcut all the trees and then name the roads after them. ChatGPT spits out these words because the stolen labor products it was trained on consisted in large part of academics’ writing.

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Kristen Tate @kristentate.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

This is simply wrong. I've been running a book club all year focused on reading commercial fiction & have had to deliberately ignore the many lit fic books that have been on the charts all year. Brooks also misses the real story... (1/8) www.nytimes.com/2025/07/10/o...

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Opinion | When Novels Mattered

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Em dash lovers, AI haters, and lovers and haters in general will dig this piece.

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Don’t sleep on this incredible opportunity to work with the smartest, most compassionate coach in the editing community!

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Tanya is one of the most knowledgeable and generous editors I know. These courses are all terrific, and scholarships are available. Check them out! #AmEditing

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David Shiffman, Ph.D. 🦈 @whysharksmatter.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Happy Earth Day, Bluesky nerds! If you’re an environmental scientist, environmental advocacy professional, or environmental non-profit, introduce yourself below and I’ll share it with my audience. 🧪🌎

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

*This* is the energy and collaboration we need to see: Civil society (esp. funders) stepping up to not only fill the science gap but expand the possibilities, dreaming and doing bigger and better than before. 🙌 🌍 #EarthDay

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Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg @theradr.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

The point of Senator Booker's filibuster is to be INSPIRED by this man to go find YOUR ROLE, not to wait for them to go save us now. That is not this assignment. Thread of places to go to get started. More coming out of LiST this Thursday.

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On Organizing

time to level up / an early draft of a playbook

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

The EFA is committed to standing by DEI; we re-affirm the principles of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Learn more about our commitment: The-efa.org/diversity-equity-belonging #DiversityEquityInclusion #DEI #InclusionMatters #EquityForAll #DiversityMatters #Freelancers #EquityInAction

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Jon Bois @jonbois.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

man he's a perfect synthesis of patrick bateman and gob bluth, isn't he? so perfect that i don't have to say his name for you to know exactly who i'm talking about

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Dr. Stephanie @punkrockscience.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

I see they started with the copyeditors.

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

So, editors, scholars, and publishers, how are we handling reference citations to websites that have recently been disappeared or are getting the "modified to comply" treatment?

Screenshot from a CDC web page on Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention. A yellow banner at the top of the page says "CDC's website is being modified to comply with President Trump's Executive Orders."

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

This book is a fascinating look at language and life cycles. I highly recommend it!

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

It's International Clash Day! Tune at KEXP or one of the other stations honoring the only band that matters. ✊ www.kexp.org/internationa...

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International Clash Day

A collection of content created by KEXP for International Clash Day.

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Tanya Gold | Editor & Translator 💕📚 (they/iel) @tanyagold.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

A9: If you've got interests beyond what you're doing and you want to make them part of your business, why not explore them? And to toot my own horn: If you want 1:1 guidance to help you with that, I work with lots of editors who want to try out new things. tanyagold.com/coaching-for... #ACESChat

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Business Coaching for Editors - Tanya Gold

Do you want to make your editing business work better for you? I work with editors who are looking to make a change and want some help getting there.

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

A5. You can focus on the value you provide to prospective clients. It forces you to articulate in more detail what you bring to the client/project. #ACESchat

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Tanya Gold | Editor & Translator 💕📚 (they/iel) @tanyagold.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

A5 1/2: I think people have this perception that have to have a singular tight marketing focus, or that there’s no focus. And sure, reaching one target group of people can be easier, but it’s not the only way to do things. #ACESChat

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Rachel Lapidow @editrix-rachel.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

This is a great point, Jennifer. Once a client knows you and knows that you do good work, they are loath to have to find another copyeditor if you can do what they need. So much of this business is about building relationships with your clients. #ACESChat

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

A3. Getting to work on a wide variety of topics, for a wide variety of clients, in a wide variety of formats is the best part of being a freelance editor. It helps prevent burnout, provides a more stable income, and keeps me excited to get down to work every day. #ACESchat

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Hi, #ACESchat! I'm a freelance copyeditor, line editor, and project manager, as well as the editorial director at @ideasonfirephd.bsky.social. Big fan of avoiding niches!

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

I love this topic, and these are great folks to tackle it!

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

Yesssss! (And how come no one told me Dolly Parton was a producer of the original series??)

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

You know what would be cool? An app/website that tracks, in real time, your elected officials' actions—not just their votes on legislation but their public statements, calls for action, and committee discussions.

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Rachel Fudge @rachelfudge.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

This is a great reminder that we all have meaningful opportunities to exercise our power, even/especially when it seems like we can't do much.

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