The Modern Editor - Editing Tips for Freelance Editors
By Tara Whitaker - Coach for Freelance Editors
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The Modern Editor Podcast, hosted by Tara Whitaker, goes behind the scenes of what it takes to run an editorial business in today’s world. From practical editing tips and insights into book editing, she explores the real experiences of working as a freelance editor. Whether you’re a fiction editor, a book editor, or curious about the world of freelance editing, this show offers an honest look at the skills, decisions, and behind-the-scenes processes that shape an editing business. Listen in to hear conversations on how to edit books, improve your editing workflow, and develop the confidence needed to thrive as a professional freelance book editor.
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A Much-Needed Pep Talk For Editors During a Chaotic Time in the Publishing Industry
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May 27, 2026 |
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Should There Be Databases of Editors Who Don't Use Generative AI?
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May 13, 2026 |
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The Progression of Generative AI and How to Protect Yourself as an Editor
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Apr 29, 2026 |
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The Difference Between Working ON Your Business and IN Your Business
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Apr 15, 2026 |
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How to Navigate Different Seasons in Freelance Editing
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Apr 01, 2026 |
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A Spring Cleaning Checklist for Your Editing Business
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Mar 18, 2026 |
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Social and Intellectual Wellness For Freelance Editors - Editor Wellness Series
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Mar 04, 2026 |
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Mental and Emotional Well-Being Tips for Freelance Editors - Editor Wellness Series
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Feb 18, 2026 |
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Cultivating Financial Well-Being for Freelance Editors - Editor Wellness Series
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Feb 04, 2026 |
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Taking Care of Your Physical and Environmental Health as a Freelance Editor - Editor Wellness Series
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Jan 21, 2026 |
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Seven Writing Prompts to Help You Ease Into the New Year as a Freelance Editor
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Jan 07, 2026 |
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The Top Six Lessons I Learned in 2025 as a Freelance Editor [Editing Tips]
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Dec 24, 2025 |
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From the Vault: Freelance Editing Contracts 101
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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Why You Need Friction in Your Editing Business
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Nov 26, 2025 |
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Does Your Editing Business Need a Newsletter? [Email Marketing]
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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The Receipts: Here’s What Happened In My Editing Business Without Social Media Marketing
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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Marketing Your Editing Business Without Social Media with Amelia Hruby [Social Media Marketing]
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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Should You Use Social Media Marketing for Your Editing Business?
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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Editor Beware: Client Red Flags to Watch For [Editing Tips]
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Sep 17, 2025 |
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Six Ways to Refresh Your Editing Business
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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Launch Before It's Perfect: A BTS Look at the Freelance Editors Club
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Aug 20, 2025 |
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Tapping, Typing, and Turning Pages: Exploring the Soothing Side of ASMR
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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Ten Copyediting Tips For Book Editors [Editing Tips]
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Jul 23, 2025 |
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How to Use PerfectIt to Enhance Your Editing Workflow with Daniel Heuman [Editing Tips]
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Jul 09, 2025 |
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How to Harness the Power of Consistency and Storytelling for Your Freelance Editing Business
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Jun 25, 2025 |
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Why is Coming Back From a Break So Hard in Your Editing Business? [Break from Business Series]
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Jun 11, 2025 |
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Behind-the-Scenes of Becoming a First-Time Author With Sam Vander Wielen
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May 28, 2025 |
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Celebrating 50 Episodes By the Numbers
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May 14, 2025 |
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Borrow the Mic: How Being a Podcast Guest Can Grow Your Editing Business with Haylee Gaffin
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Apr 30, 2025 |
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How Tariffs Could Affect Your Editing Business
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Apr 16, 2025 |
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How Freelance Editors Can Use Affirmations in Their Editing Business
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Apr 02, 2025 |
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What the Heck is an Editing Macro? [Editing Tips for Freelance Editors]
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Mar 19, 2025 |
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How Freelance Editors Can Create Habits That Stick [Editing Tips]
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Mar 05, 2025 |
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An Introvert’s Guide to Attending Editing Conferences for an Editing Business
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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My 5 Favorite Editing Rules to Reference in CMOS [Editing Tips]
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Feb 05, 2025 |
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Why Is It So Tough to Take Breaks from Your Editing Business? [Break from Business]
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Jan 22, 2025 |
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5 Reasons to Join a Book Club as a Freelance Editor
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Nov 20, 2024 |
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Elevate Your Editing Business Processes with Akua Konadu ft. HoneyBook’s 2025 Growth Guide
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Nov 06, 2024 |
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How to Add a New Product or Service to Your Editing Business
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Oct 23, 2024 |
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Four Ways to Get Unstuck in Your Editing Business
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Oct 09, 2024 |
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Professional Boundaries: How to Protect Your Editing Business with Contracts
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Sep 25, 2024 |
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Why I No Longer Review Books as a Freelance Editor
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Aug 28, 2024 |
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Author Chat: Writing an Identity Not Your Own With Alex Temblador
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Aug 14, 2024 |
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Five Things My Kids Have Taught Me About Running My Editing Business
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Jul 31, 2024 |
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How to Take Time Off as a Freelance Editor [Break from Business Series]
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Jul 17, 2024 |
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When Comparison Helps and When It Hurts Your Freelance Editing Business
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Jul 03, 2024 |
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Seven Editing Business Books For Freelance Editors
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Jun 19, 2024 |
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How to Ask for Help In Your Editing Business (To Avoid Burnout)
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Jun 05, 2024 |
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Running an Editing Business During Tough Times
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Nov 01, 2023 |
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How Many Hours a Day Can A Freelance Editor Work?
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Sep 27, 2023 |
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What Does “Booked Out” Really Mean for Freelance Editors?
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Aug 23, 2023 |
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How to Avoid (or Recover From) Burnout in Your Editing Business
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Aug 09, 2023 |
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How to Find Time to Get Things Done as a Freelance Editor
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Apr 12, 2023 |
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How to Review and Reset Your Editing Business Every Month
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Mar 29, 2023 |
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Common Business Expenses for Freelance Editors
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Mar 15, 2023 |
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A Behind-the-Scenes Look at My Copyediting Process in My Editing Business [Editing Workflow]
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Mar 01, 2023 |
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Will ChatGPT and AI Replace Book Editors and Authors?
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Feb 15, 2023 |
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Goal-Setting Part 2: Strategy and Process for Your Editing Business
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Feb 01, 2023 |
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2023 Predictions for the Freelance Editing Industry (From a Freelance Editor)
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Jan 11, 2023 |
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How Choosing a Word of the Year Can Help Your Editing Business
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Jan 04, 2023 |
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Goal-Setting Part 1: Reflection in Your Editing Business
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Dec 21, 2022 |
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How to Simplify Your Decision-Making Process as a Freelance Editor
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Nov 29, 2022 |
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The Power of “Why?” for Your Editing Business
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Nov 15, 2022 |
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11 Ways to Market Your Editing Business Outside of Social Media [Marketing]
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Nov 08, 2022 |
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10 Things I've Learned After 10 Years in Business as a Freelance Editor
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Oct 25, 2022 |
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5 Things I Wish I Had Known When I Started My Editing Business
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Oct 18, 2022 |
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The Best (and Worst) Things About Freelance Editing
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Oct 04, 2022 |
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Are Editing Conferences Worth It for Your Editing Business?
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Sep 27, 2022 |
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A Balancing Act: Time vs. Money in Your Editing Business
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Sep 20, 2022 |
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How to Embrace Your Freelance Editing Journey
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Sep 13, 2022 |
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Why You Need Boundaries in Your Editing Business
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Aug 30, 2022 |
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The Stories We Tell Ourselves
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Aug 23, 2022 |
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Working ON Your Editing Business vs. Working IN It as a Freelance Editor
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Aug 16, 2022 |
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Say What? Words to Think Twice About Before Using as a Freelance Editor [Editing Tips]
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Aug 09, 2022 |
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Why Mindset is More Than Just a Buzzword for Freelance Editors
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Aug 01, 2022 |
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3 Tips for Finding Freelance Editing Education [How to Edit Books]
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Jul 28, 2022 |
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Welcome to The Modern Editor Podcast for Freelance Editors!
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Jul 24, 2022 |