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Rhiannon

@rhiannonroot.bsky.social
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Copy editor. Cat mom. Sushi fiend. Romance novel aficionado. (She/her)

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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 8h
Today in learning moments: I glance briefly at a graphic and offer two minor suggestions for edits. I am generally reluctant to give heavy edits on a story that isn’t mine and I’m not super familiar with. Graphics person pings me and says the chatter sounds weird. “Are you sure?!” #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 12h
Damn. My Fat Bear Week headline idea was too weird. Back to the drawing board. #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 12h
Section editor pulled a Fat Bear Week winner story for me today. Yay! 🐻 #AmEditing
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explore.org @explore.org · 30/09/2026
Introducing your ultimate fighter and champion: Bear 89 Backpack 👑 Thanks for joining us for the biggest Fat Bear Week to date.
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
If werewolf is closed, weredog would be too, right? #AmEditing
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Werewolf Howling at Full Moon
Alt: A werewolf’s silhouette is visible as the creature howls at the full moon.
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Heck yeah! I got to edit a story about Fat Bear Week!! 🐻 #AmEditing #FatBearWeek
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
This was the story @editrix-rachel.bsky.social
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Did I spend too much time on this raccoon story headline? Yes, yes I did. Do I regret it? Nope. #AmEditing
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Raccoon Pocahontas
Alt: Meeko the raccoon from “Pocahontas” munches joyfully on a snack. His cheeks are full of food.
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Adventures in editing: Editing software: Do you mean the Netherlands Taylor? Me: ummm no. Holland Taylor is the correct name. #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Today in questionable choices: Me: this caption needs an elegant way to identify these people. I know I’ll use “clockwise” to save space. *spends 15 minutes in disagreement with boss over what clockwise means* #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
“House and Senate races” —> “congressional races” #AmEditing
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Technology Connections @techconnectify.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
"Are you selling me a solution or a dependency?" is a question I think more people should ask.
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sarrible @sarabrady.com · 18/09/2026
An error I run into surprisingly frequently while copyediting: Calvary/cavalry. The first one is where Jesus was crucified. The second is the one with the horses.
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Today in “huh, that’s nice”: section editor asked for my opinion about a headline and took my advice. (I said in general I avoid using the word “accusers” in headlines and copy.) #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Catching up with today’s #StetChat. Sorry I missed the party, got busy with work. 😭
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Today in damn it: Trying to write a headline about “mouthfeel” and the food industry is tricky because it easily skews sexual. What is my life? #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
“Fire truck” —> “firetruck” #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Today in ughhh: I will likely have to watch AI political slop ads a lot for my job this election cycle. …damn it. #AmEditing
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AP Stylebook @apstylebook.com · 09/09/2026
It's back-to-school as a compound modifier, but no hyphens in back to school on its own. For example, he bought back-to-school supplies, and she went back to school.
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Smart Bitches @smartbitches.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
We Are Hiring! We're looking for a Content and Community Assistant.  This is a paid, part time remote position from Nov. 1 through June 1 2027, for a US-based person who is as into romance & discussion as they are into details & organization. You can find all the info here: bit.ly/SBTBTemp
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Tanya Gold | Editor & Translator 💕📚 (they/iel) @tanyagold.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
PAID GIG: I'm looking for someone who knows Spanish Sign Language. I'm going to be translating a graphic novel where SSL is featured (hooray for d/Deaf rep!!) and I want to be sure that I get the text aligned with the signs in the artwork. This should be happening at some point this year. #xl8
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
“…helped crippled the economy…” —> “…helped crush the economy…” #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Had to look up information about the Tango World Championship today for a story and wow good thing I retained some Spanish language knowledge from high school*. (Had subtitles on too.) #AmEditing *also I watch “90 Day Fiancé,” so that kinda helped too?
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Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor @carolinavonkampen.com · 02/09/2026
A1: If your book is traditionally published, that publisher likely has their own style guide that outlines their house’s stylistic preferences. Your copyeditor will create a style sheet specific to your book. Chicago, APA, AP are style manuals. #StetChat
Graphic comparing style guides and style sheet. Text reads: Style guide is a set of standards for style, usage, and grammar for documents in a particular organization or field. Style sheet is a list of words, stylistic preferences, and notes about YOUR particular manuscript.
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Late to the #StetChat party, but here I am.
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Shecky @shecky.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Wednesday-morning people: I apologize for continuing to beat this drum, but there's still not even ONE nibble of interest for giving these affectionate cats a real home. Please, if there's a chance that you might know someone who *knows* someone who could be That Person, reshare far and wide.
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
I’ve written about seven different headlines trying to get Dolly’s obituary just right. #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
“ first lady Dolly Madison” —> “first lady Dolley Madison” #AmEditing
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Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor @carolinavonkampen.com · 22/08/2026
Anyone available for a 22K-word PDF proofread in the next week? It’s a nonfic self-help book by a family medicine doctor w/ stories about the concept of karma that I substantive edited, copyedited, and designed. You'll work directly with me. Tell me your rate (flat or hourly). DM for more info!
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Shecky @shecky.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Kevin passed about an hour ago. The time to find his cats a home IS now, and I'm not one step closer to finding it. Please, friends.
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
“M&Ms” —> “M&M’s” #AmEditing
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M&M'S Yellow M&M
Alt: The Yellow Peanut M&M blinks and looks nervous.
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
“Indie horror hit ‘Obsessed’ …” —> “indie horror hit ‘Obsession’…” #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Hi, #StetChat !
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
“…reacted similarly to Mr. Biden’s meat probe” —> me: 👀 —> “…reacted similarly to Mr. Biden’s meat investigation” …well that’s going in the example folder for #ACESCaution #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Today in editing questions I have to field because I’m in charge: How do we style “hoes”? …this is my life. These are my choices. #AmEditing
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David Mack @davidmack.pro · 16/08/2026
“Periscope clear, Captain.” “Okay. Take us up, XO.”
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Against all odds, I got away with a weird headline on A1 tomorrow. So check that out. 🍞 #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Am I working a “Total Eclipse of the Heart” reference into this eclipse wild art? Yes, yes I am. Do I expect my boss will let me get away with it? No. #AmEditing
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Sally Sultzman @sallysultzman.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
I'm so glad it wasn't cloudy so I could witness the magesty of nature!
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission @cpsc.gov · 12/08/2026
Solar eclipse today. Save your eyes from the sun.
A city. There is a solar eclipse in the sky. The sun is using its one muscular arm to throw trident rays at the earth. Eyes with legs run in the other direction. One shouts, "Run, Jerry! It's got a trident!"
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
I have written a headline that will either make my boss laugh or exasperate him greatly. 🎺 I’ll keep you posted. #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Between having to edit a bunch of stories about Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of “The Odyssey” and having to edit a story about tariffs and brass instruments, I’m flashing back to high school, hard. When am I ever going use this stuff? Now, apparently. #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
I suppose it was inevitable that I’d have to work on an Ariana Grande’s appearance story. Gonna do my best to make sure it’s a good headline. #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
“Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy” —> “Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.” …yeah that’s pretty bad #AmEditing
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Steph 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ | Editor 🦦✍️ @ottersediting.com · 05/08/2026
Since I finally feel better today, I can market again! I'm a neurodivergent, chronically ill freelance editor. Editing is my only income. I still have plenty of spots open this fall! I edit short stories, poetry, novellas, and books in the fantasy, LGBTQ+ or sci-fi genres! ottersediting.com
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Otters Editing
Welcome to Otters Editing Welcome! I’m Steph, an empathetic editor who cares about you & your writing. I’ll be your Guide Otter here to help you swim through your publishing journey…
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
I might have had too much fun writing a headline about hypoallergenic beagles today. #AmEditing
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Steph 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ | Editor 🦦✍️ @ottersediting.com · 05/08/2026
#StetChat A7 This depends! Sometimes there are references to real places and proper nouns (capitalized). Same with titles that might need to be in italics. But for fictional words (made up) or alternative spellings, that's all up to the author. I just let them know to be consistent!
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Hi, #StetChat crew! Will likely be hanging out in the cool kids corner.
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
I may have had too much fun with a Neil Armstrong headline today. #AmEditing
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Rhiannon @rhiannonroot.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Misadventures in the newsroom My boss in a meeting: I’ve never seen “Princess Bride.” Me, outside the door and not at the meeting: WHAT?!?!?!
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Wallace Shawn's Inconceivable Moment from Princess Bride
Alt: Wallace Shawn's Inconceivable Moment from “Princess Bride.”
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