Erin Brenner (she/her)

I went to a government contracting conference a few weeks ago and was the only editor in the room. Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and what I'll try next time, on the Quadlings' blog: zurl.co/yahHJ #FreelanceEditing #Networking

What worked in your editing business this year? What do you want from 2027? My 3-pack coaching sessions can help you build the plan. Learn more: zurl.co/IfYeE

Last day to register for @adveds.bsky.social! Come to learn with editors at your experience level, leave with new friends and great lessons to apply. Applications are only open until 11:59 pm EDT today. Apply now! sites.google.com/view/icaep/a... #AmEditing #EditorTraining #ICAEP2026

Just 2 DAYS left to register for the International Conference for Advanced Editorial Professionals! Check out @scieditor.ca's video to get a sense of what you'll learn. Then apply: sites.google.com/view/icaep/a... #ICAEP2026 #AmEditing

Most of #freelancers spend more energy making a “perfect” business plan than carrying it out. This year, I built a good‑enough strategy that’s kept me motivated and moving forward. Learn what’s worked so far in the latest edition of The Writing Resource: zurl.co/o3TVx #AmEditing #FreelanceTips

Just 3 more days to apply to #ICAEP2026! Learn how to help authors find their voice, diversify an editing business, assess your business (that's me!), and more. Don't miss out on this unique learning opportunity. Apply now: sites.google.com/view/icaep/a... #AmEditing @adveds.bsky.social

When your dictionaries and style manuals don’t answer a usage question, what’s your next move? Search the news? Check a corpus? Ask a colleague? Trust your ear? Join the conversation on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... #AmEditing #WritingTips

@adveds.bsky.social has extended the application deadline! With a few spots left, we didn't want you to miss this conference created just for experienced editors. But be quick! Applications close for good THIS Friday, Octo. 23. Apply now! sites.google.com/view/icaep/a... #AmEditing #ICAEP2026

10 commandments for copyeditors, on one page. The Copyeditor’s Typographic Oath is a free download, no sign-up required. Get it here: zurl.co/iITKv

Copyediting has no governing body and no industry-wide standards. So I drafted 10 commandments for copyeditors. Would you take the oath? From the archives: zurl.co/pJUPC

Experienced editors: The applications period for @adveds.bsky.social's conference closes TOMORROW! Don't miss this opportunity to dive deep into editing topics and network with other experienced editors. Apply today! sites.google.com/view/icaep/a... #AmEditing #ICAEP2026

Just a few days left to apply for one of the few remaining spots! Apply now: sites.google.com/view/icaep/a... #AmEditing #EditorTraining

Is it “confrontation between” or “confrontation of”? I couldn't find the answer in the usual resources, so I did some original research. Read about it in my LinkedIn newsletter: zurl.co/l1Qms #AmEditing #GrammarAndUsage #WritingTips

Using AI in your editing business without compromising privacy or ethics: I’m presenting “AI Business Tools for Freelance Editors” for the EFA, October 29, 5:00–6:30 p.m. EDT. Register: zurl.co/1d2Xv

Prevent censorship: Read banned books!

#Freelancing allows you to set your own schedule, but it's also easy to take on too much. In his new post, @imaginedworlds.bsky.social shares strategies for planning your workload and prioritizing deadlines. Read it now: zurl.co/Hh24x #WritingTips #FreelanceLife

Come meet other experienced editors and learn from each other! #AmEditing #ICAEP2026

A “confrontation between” two people or a “confrontation of” them? My usage guides didn’t settle it, so I checked how writers use it. Full story in next week’s newsletter: zurl.co/P5aSi

I’ll be at the BizConn Alliance conference at Foxwoods, October 6–8. Need clear, compliant government documents? Let’s talk. RTE’s capability statement: zurl.co/kM1mw

“Go slow” or “go slowly”? Flat adverbs look just like adjectives—and for a few, adding -ly changes the meaning entirely. #AmEditing #Grammar Read my post now: zurl.co/5ESLo

Avoid AI entirely, or hand it your editing? There’s a third path. AI Business Tools for Freelance Editors—my EFA webinar, expanded to 90 minutes—is Thursday, October 29, 5:00–6:30 p.m. EDT. Register: zurl.co/HJQ4r

Working from poor notes can feel like working an archaeological dig. In his latest post, @imaginedworlds.bsky.social shares tips for taking notes that jog your memory, keep your sources organized, and make life a little easier for Future You. Read it now: zurl.co/28b81 #AmWriting #WritingTips

Whether we're talking fiction or nonfiction, the author's voice is a key part of what makes a text unique. I'm eager to learn more about how to help my authors! #ICAEP2026

@merriam-webster.com added oodles of new words recently, including "neckbeard," which includes a quote from @chuckwendig.bsky.social. Love that! #WordNerd #ScienceFiction

Style sheet templates, copyediting checklists, business planning worksheets, AI tool guides, marketing help. The Editors’ Resource Library collects it in one place, and most of it is free: zurl.co/mlbwc

Friday afternoon: You just want to be done work already. Me too. Why not spend a quick hour with me and my co-panelists @aalaptrivedi.bsky.social and @janetwordsmith.bsky.social to learn the basics of working with international clients? At 3:15 pm EDT. Find us in the Whova app. #ACESVCON26

Many editors worry about AI. Join us in Toronto for a discussion led by Christina M. Frey, where you'll learn how to recognize attitudes to AI use, consider ethical questions, and develop an AI policy. Register until Oct. 16! #editors #ICAEP2026 #AmEditing sites.google.com/view/icaep/s...

On a tight deadline, I sent a document to the editor and the designer at once. Two people, half the time, right? Well… zurl.co/EHpxf

I mean, how could you not attend? Can't wait!

One editor is right for one project. For multiple projects with competing deadlines, you need more. RTE builds editorial teams for organizations—dedicated or flexible: zurl.co/CU33r

I couldn't ask for fellow committee members! 💚

The editing profession is changing, but that doesn’t mean your options are shrinking. I'm sharing 11 possibilities for expanding your services and finding fresh opportunities for your editing career: zurl.co/oEOlK #AmEditing #Freelancing

If you're like many #FreelanceEditors, you've seen your workload take a hit in recent months. It might be time to diversify. @scieditor.ca, @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social, and Andrew Hodges will their strategies for growing income during the conference. Learn more: sites.google.com/view/icaep/s...

Calling all experienced #editors! The International Conference for Advanced Editorial Professionals is happening in Toronto, Nov. 10-11. This is the conference you've been asking for. We're skipping the basics and going straight to the advanced lessons! Learn more at zurl.co/maxHd. #AmEditing

“Her home was foreclosed” or “foreclosed on”? "Foreclose" is both transitive and intransitive, so grammar won’t settle it. This month’s Improve Your Business Writing newsletter has the answer: zurl.co/sDRBq #WritingTips

For the last few months, I've been working with some colleagues on a new event for experienced editors. Now, we're juuuuust about ready to launch. Watch this space for the full announcement next week! #AmEditing #FreelanceEditors

Time zones, currencies, contracts, payment gateways: international clients trip up experienced editors. I’m joining Aalap Trivedi and Janet MacMillan at ACES VCON26 (Sept. 16–18) for “Working Globally.” Register: zurl.co/nl1pn

“I’ll have cake and/or ice cream.” The server waits—you haven’t chosen anything. "And/or" is sometimes precise and sometimes a dodge. One question tells you which: zurl.co/ju0mV #WritingTips

New on the Quad's blog: "How LLMs Are Changing Book and Science Publishing" by Katharine O'Moore-Klopf: zurl.co/fdfUz . #AI is complicating more than just editing. Find out how! #AmEditing #AIandPublishing

“Her home was foreclosed” or “Her home was foreclosed on”? A reader asked. The full answer is in next week’s LinkedIn newsletter. Subscribe now so you don't miss out! zurl.co/cpjHa #WritingTips

It's Primary Day in Massachusetts! If you haven't yet, go #vote. If you did a mail-in ballot, check to see that it's been accepted. Go to www.mass.gov/topics/voting to find your voting location, who's on the ballot, and whether your mail-in was accepted. For info beyond Mass, go to vote.org. Thanks!

EVERYONE IN NC needs to read this graphic. These amendments can really strap our state in so many ways. #Midterms2026 #ncpol

Writing a business book is not the same as writing for your business. The book has to hold together over 200 pages and still sound like you. We offer support for business book authors, from early developmental through the final proofread. Learn more: zurl.co/rOO1i #BusinessWriting #WritingTips

What's the working rule for choosing between “try and” and “try to”? Find out now on LinkedIn: zurl.co/sq0iK #WritingTips #BusinessWriting

Are you prepared to work with clients in other countries? I’m on the panel Working Globally: What Every Editor Needs to Know About International Clients with @aalaptrivedi.bsky.social & @janetwordsmith.bsky.social at @acesediting.bsky.social VCON. Register now: zurl.co/V62st #AmEditing

Yes, please. Go, Angie!

When you're an editor, your love of words doesn’t mean words have to be your whole job. On the blog today, I look at publishing roles that build on what editors already do well and where to get training for new career options. Read it now: zurl.co/Y4ZFz #AmEditing #Freelancing #EditorTraining

Heads up, folks: This session has been rescheduled for Thursday, October 29, at 5 pm EDT. Register here: courses.the-efa.org/webinars/175.... Thanks!

Been thinking about how you might run your #freelance business a little smoother with smarter tech? Sign up for my EFA session, AI Tools for Managing Your Freelance Business, running TOMORROW, August 20: zurl.co/Zidsd . #AmEditing #Freelancing

Most editors answer a slow market by searching harder. Do this prep instead, and your search for editing work will take 20 minutes rather than 2 days. Read my latest blog post for the Quad: zurl.co/IGVMB . #AmEditing #Freelancing #JobSearch