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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I've been quiet lately, but its because I'm working on some fun stuff! My fall will include an MG novel dev edit, a scifi novel copy edit, and continued work on formatting a biography

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Potential clients in my inbox have me feeling excited! I always hope my schedule lines up with writers' plans, but I'm definitely crossing my fingers for these ones 🤞

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Looks like I'll be going old school on my latest project. Client is doing revisions by hand before sending the manuscript back to me!

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

I love how different comic scripts can be! Some writers give super detailed panel descriptions, others leave things mostly to artists to figure out, so it's always interesting to find out what kind of writer I'm working with

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

New resource! This grammar glossary covers all those grammar terms you learned back in grade school, and perhaps a few more. You don't need to know all the lingo to be a good writer, but sharing a vocabulary with editors can make collaborating more efficient. shelfpotential.com/2026/07/28/g...

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Excited to be working with a new middle-grade graphic novel client! I'll be doing a script evaluation. First comic-related editorial work this year!

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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 28/07/2026

Publishers, writers, reviewers, bilbiophiles: PLEASE mention the *illustrator/cover designers* in your posts promoting books. By properly crediting human talent, you are supporting the industry. Everyone wins! #PicturesMeanBusiness graphic by @sarahmcintyre.bsky.social #KidLit #BookSky #BookPromo

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

I've been enjoying On-Together Virtual Co-Working (thanks to @katenascim.bsky.social for the recommendation). It's a really low-pressure way to co-work, which works well when I've got blog posts to write and admin to do ✒️🎮

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Bit of a bleak read, but perhaps an important one (also the historical and literary references are interesting): The End of Reading Is Here www.theatlantic.com/magazine/202...

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The End of Reading Is Here

Optimists once believed that universal literacy was inevitable. Now it seems that the age of reading might be a short anomaly in human history.

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Small presses and lit mags seem to be doing a lot of the most thoughtful work I've seen to address AI in publishing

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Chuck Tingle @chucktingle.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

ive seen some folks lately talkin on NEGATIVE REVIEWS and how to deal with them as authors or artists. personally i have not cared about reviews for several decades. negative reviews do not bother me in the slightest and buds often ask me HOW. ill explain a bit here and why this applies to everyone

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

My pinky finger gets tired when I #AmEditing, so I've added some autocorrects to Word to save some stretching and make style sheets a bit faster: ch. ➡️ Ch. 9ch ➡️ (Ch. 9n. ➡️ (n.) 9ad ➡️ (adj.) 9av ➡️ (adv.) 9v. ➡️ (v.) 9in ➡️ (int.)

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

This week, I said no to a copy editing job. I've turned down work before, when I was already booked or the subject matter wasn't right for me. But this was my first time saying no because the author used AI

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Finished up a copy edit on a supernatural fantasy novel manuscript earlier this week. On to the next one!

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

*Sigh* No, Microsoft Word, I don't in fact mean "bear arms" #AmEditing

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Today's editing fun: I learned that Word's Read Aloud feature reads "manacles" (as in handcuffs) like a Greek mythology character #AmEditing

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hercules from the disney movie hercules is smiling

Alt: hercules from the disney movie hercules is smiling

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

It's a copy editing week: I've got a supernatural fantasy to finish up, and then I'm jumping into a romantasy manuscript 🧙

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Alyssa Matesic @alyssamatesic.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Something I wish more debut authors knew: the first book you write doesn't have to be the one that makes your career. 👉 Stephen King wrote 4 novels before Carrie was picked up by Doubleday and became his debut.

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Good explanation of active vs. passive voice here!

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Erin Brenner (she/her) @ebrenner.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

"Dear Authors, Stop. Quoting. Song lyrics. You probably don’t have permission. You definitely can’t afford it. Here’s what to do instead." @laurapoole.bsky.social shares a quick lesson on dealing with song lyrics in a manuscript on the Quad's blog: zurl.co/pIHJg . #AmEditing #WritingTips

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Quoting Song Lyrics (A Minefield) - Laura Poole

Dear Authors. Stop. Quoting. Song lyrics. You probably don’t have permission. You definitely can't afford it. Here's what to do instead.

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

#FOLD2026 panel "Accessibility by Design" is starting right now!

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Today was day 1 of #FOLD2026! The folks at @thefoldcanada.bsky.social do such a fantastic job with programming and registration is honestly a steal

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Sonia Sulaiman @soniasulaiman.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Please help get the word out that I am open for submissions. Thyme Travellers is an award winning anthology of Palestinian fantasy, science fiction and horror. My publisher and I are making it a series. Submissions are open for short stories, pro rate pay: soniasulaiman.com/thyme-travel...

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Thyme Travellers 2 – Call for Submissions

Roseway, an imprint of Fernwood Publishing, will be publishing a sequel to the award-winning and acclaimed anthology Thyme Travellers featuring speculative fiction by Palestinian writers. Editor So…

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

The Kickstarter for a #comic anthology I worked on through much of last year is live! Horror fans, check it out! www.kickstarter.com/projects/mal...

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Pit Of Eden Comic Anthology

A Babylonian non-binary body horror comic collection

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Editors/Réviseurs Canada @editorscanada.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Do you love art and storytelling? Comic #editing might be for you! Our Apr. 14 webinar with Emily Stewart covers the steps of editing a comic anthology from story curation and script/art evaluation to proofreading and beyond. Sign up now: webinars.editors.ca/upcoming_web...

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Editors/Réviseurs Canada @editorscanada.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Do you love art and storytelling? Comic #editing might be for you! Our Apr. 14 webinar with Emily Stewart covers the steps of editing a comic anthology from story curation and creator selection, through script/art evaluation, to proofreading and beyond: webinars.editors.ca/upcoming_web...

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Announcing the 2026 EFA Rate Chart! Whether you're a freelancer seeking guidance on what to charge for your services or an indie author budgeting for editorial or self-publishing services, the Rate Chart is here to help. Check it out at bit.ly/rates26?utm_s....

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Enlightening responses in here for those looking to understand creative careers and finances

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

For all your professional development needs!

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Bookshop.org @bookshop.org · 30/10/2025

Amazon is helping fund a $300 million build of a ballroom for the White House. Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity. They are not the same.

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

I love this not only for the praise of editors, but also for the look at how the feedback is incorporated into the art! Very cool!

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

A silly thing about editing spicy scenes is that sometimes you just gotta ask "what happened to their underwear?" #AmEditing

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

On my desk these days: comics, fantasy, and promotional materials. And all of of these are for repeat clients or folks I've worked with before, which is pretty cool!

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Was discussing efficiency and how helpful it is to master Microsoft Word search tools with a fellow editor recently, which reminded me I have a blog post on the topic shelfpotential.com/2025/04/11/h...

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How To Find Anything In Microsoft Word

Save yourself time scrolling through your manuscript by learning how to use Advanced Find, wildcard search, and ASCII codes.

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

I had a great time at the Eastern Ontario Writers' Festival last weekend, and it's given me a lot of ideas for blog/social content. Hoping to have time to get that together to share soon! But first, I have some copy editing to do✒️

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Anyone have questions about finishing and revising first drafts? I'm presenting on the subject next weekend and would love to address writer's questions

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a cartoon drawing of snoopy sitting at a desk writing on a piece of paper

Alt: a cartoon drawing of snoopy sitting at a desk writing on a piece of paper

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Iva Cheung @ivacheung.com · 01/09/2025

SEPTEMBER CARTOON: ivacheung.com/2025/09/witc...

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Witch hunt - Iva Cheung

Bonus panel!

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

While so many in the small press world are amazing and dedicated, it's still really important to do your research and understand the publishing process before signing a contract. These kinds of stories show why www.morgansloan-author.com/post/lessons...

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Lessons I Learned As A Failed Debut Author

I'd like to start by saying that the bookish community scares me. It doesn't take much for one post, one word, or one misunderstood comment to spiral out of control. I've been watching this circle onl...

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Shelf Potential @shelfpotential.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Just got an email saying my session is full! I'm so excited to connect with writers. If you missed out on registration, reach out to the festival to get put on the waitlist!

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