Developmental Editing of Fiction: Beginning
Today is the launch for this popular course—now self-paced! This self-paced introductory course is meant for anyone who wants to help authors shape their stories, develop their storytelling grit, and...
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North Texas Chapter: August Virtual Coffee Hour
Online (Zoom)Join the next coffee hour at 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 9, through Zoom. On the second Wednesday of each month, our members get together over coffee to talk editing and entrepreneurship. We...
Virginia Chapter: Summer Fun!
Home of April Michelle Davis Montpelier, United StatesSummer is the time for vacation, but how can you do that and keep your business in business? Let's have a chat about how we can succeed as freelancers while...
EFA Conference (EFACON 2023)
Westin Alexandria Old Town 400 Courthouse Square, Alexandria, VA, United StatesEFACON 2023 will take place August 17–19 in Old Town, Alexandria, VA! EFA conferences allow you to network with colleagues and develop professionally—a rare opportunity for solo entrepreneurs. Our conferences...
Is Becoming an Editorial Agency for You?
In this 90-minute webinar, you’ll learn everything you need to decide whether starting an editing agency is the right move for you.
August Academic Editing Chapter Coffee Chat: Agreements and Contracts
At our August coffee chat, we will discuss agreements and contracts for longer projects. Register to join us on Wednesday, August 23, at 1pm ESTÂ to talk about the pros and...
Los Angeles Area August chapter meeting
Zoom Meeting , United StatesEFA's Los Angeles Area chapter will meet on August 29, via Zoom, for a presentation by Christine Van Zandt on "Editing Books for Children." Attendees will gain an understanding of...
Developmental Editing of Fiction: Advanced
You will come away from this course with a stronger understanding of the craft of fiction and a deeper appreciation for the art of the developmental edit.
EFA / Editors Canada Joint Academic Editing Book Club (JAEBC)
: Flyer with the text: Academic Editing Book Club: Friday Sept 8, 10am PT / 1pm ET. ***Author attending! Bring your questions for Rachael!*** Thriving as a Graduate Writer offers...
September Academic Editing Coffee Chat: Working with Students
(Pictured: A handmade mug sits next to a laptop. On the screen is a group video chat. Photo by Chris Montgomery on Unsplash.) September is a month of changing leaves,...
Editing Children’s Picture Books
Learn everything you need to know to get started editing children's picture books with this essential six-week course.
Editing Citations for Accuracy and Formatting
This 90-minute webinar provides strategies for correcting accuracy and formatting in footnotes, in-text citations, and more.
VA Chapter: Work-Life Balance During the Holidays
Home of April Michelle Davis Montpelier, United StatesWork-life balance can be a challenge any time of the year, but when there are numerous holidays that must be woven into the mix and clients taking vacation days, work-life...
Academic Editing Chapter: Let’s Talk About . . . Communicating Science through Comedy with Kasha Patel
Climate change, pandemics, and misinformation don’t sound like great fodder for a side-stitching joke, but they can be—all it takes is the right perspective and tools. Register to join science...
(CANCELED) Houston chapter: Stet! game night (virtual)
Put on your favorite editing hat, grab some popcorn, and join us for some fun! The next EFA Houston meeting will be Wed., Sept. 27, 6 to 7 p.m. Central, online...
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Chicagoland Chapter: Getting Editorial Work from Book Publishers with Jennifer Lawler
Zoom Meeting , United StatesIn this one-hour conversation open to all EFA members, veteran freelance editor Jennifer Lawler will share her expertise on marketing to and working with book publishers, crafting effective letters of introduction,...
Creating, Leading, and Benefiting from Writing Communities
In this 60-minute presentation, you'll learn important things to consider when starting your own editor-run writing group.
