Collaborate with Author Blogger (authorcraft.ai) for Content or Review
Okay, I've taken a look at the Reddit post and comments.
Analysis Result:
In the 'Hiring an Editor' thread (redditid: 1kxwzug), a commenter (whose comment starts with "I wrote a little blog on finding feedback...") shared their blog: https://authorcraft.ai/resources/getting-feedback and personal experiences with hiring an editor. This person is clearly active in the author community by creating and sharing resources specifically for writers. Their blog authorcraft.ai shows a focus on the craft of writing and authorial development.
KOL Identification & Screening:
- Influencer/Community Member: The user who shared the
authorcraft.aiblog. - Evidence of Influence/Activity: They are creating content (blog posts) aimed at authors, participating in relevant discussions, and sharing their platform. The blog itself (
authorcraft.ai) indicates a dedicated effort to build a resource and audience within the writing community. - Relevance: Their audience is clearly authors and writers, particularly those interested in improving their craft and navigating aspects of publishing like feedback and editing.
Cooperation Suggestion & Expected Benefit:
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Collaboration Idea: If your product or service is relevant to authors or writers (e.g., AI writing assistants, editing software, grammar checkers, self-publishing tools, author coaching services, outlining software, or even courses on writing/editing), this individual could be an excellent partner.
- Product Review: Offer them free access to your product/service for an honest review on their blog.
- Sponsored Post: Commission a sponsored post where they discuss a topic relevant to their audience and naturally integrate your product/service as a solution or resource.
- Affiliate Partnership: If you have an affiliate program, they could promote your product to their audience for a commission.
- Guest Post Exchange (if applicable): They could guest post on your platform, or you could offer a valuable guest post for
authorcraft.ai. - Feature in a Resource List: They might be willing to include your tool/service in a relevant resource list or article if it genuinely benefits their audience.
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Expected Benefit:
- Targeted Exposure: Your product/service would be showcased to a highly targeted audience of authors and writers who are actively seeking resources to improve their craft and publishing journey.
- Credibility & Trust: A recommendation or feature from a fellow community member who is also a content creator can build trust and credibility for your offering.
- Content Generation: A review or sponsored post creates valuable content that can be shared across other platforms.
- Potential for Direct Conversions: Readers of
authorcraft.aiare likely engaged and looking for solutions, leading to a higher chance of converting to users or customers.
Origin Reddit Post
r/selfpublish
Hiring an Editor
Posted by u/apocalyds_•05/29/2025
Hello! New to all of this - I've always been a hobby writer, but I'm working on a novel I would like to self publish once I complete it. My question is about editing (I'm sure there are other
Top Comments
u/[deleted]
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u/thewonderbink
I'm flying blind and working without anyone who specifically answers to the title of "editor" in the context of this project. However, my writers group covers a lot of the ground of a develop
u/ajhalyard
Yes.
Any decent editor will do a sample edit for a section of your manuscript. Many will share references with past clients and which books they've edited.
u/[deleted]
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u/anothernameusedbyme
Yes. Researching an editor is important
I used reedsy, they let you get 5 qoutes per time.
I had editors give me a quick break down of one page as well as a budget for their cost. I had ed
u/Curious_Stuff_7010
My wife and my mother are my editors lol, so I haven't had to pay for one. My wife in particular has become quite a good editor over the years, I'm very lucky. I have seen the editing some au
u/apocalyds_
Thank you for sharing! Will for sure check out your blog post!
u/CoffeeStayn
I purchased a year of Pro Writing Aid first. Used the tool accordingly and specifically the modules that I bought it for, and now have it in the hands of a developmental editor as we speak wh
u/BD_Author_Services
An editor should edit a sample for free. Editors should also have portfolios and references. Reputable editors will have a number of clients who will be happy to answer an author’s questions.
u/apocalyds_
I will likely do my own editing for this, because it's not like...the next Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings or anything, but def wanted to get some advice on the subject. Thanks for your ins
u/Slick692025
I do my own editing. If you're going to hire an editor you better hope you sell a lot of books because a good reputable editor isn't going to be a small expense depending on the size of the n
u/apocalyds_
Thank you! And yeah, that makes sense.
u/CGoerlich
I found my editor by looking at other books in my genre. Some authors credit their editors and book designers either on the copyright page or the acknowledgements page (or both pages).
u/theadamvine
My advice is to do both.
u/Academic-Book11
I did my own editing and formatting. I also used Grammarly, including Grammarly Pro. I found it well worth the money, which was cheap compared to hiring an editor.
u/CoffeeStayn
I purchased a year of Pro Writing Aid first. Used the tool accordingly and specifically the modules that I bought it for, and now have it in the hands of a developmental editor as we speak wh
u/ajhalyard
Yes.
Any decent editor will do a sample edit for a section of your manuscript. Many will share references with past clients and which books they've edited.
u/Insecure_Egomaniac
I use multiple beta readers and peer reviewers. Then I edit myself. I have a degree in English with a focus on composition, so I’m confident in my editing abilities. Even so, there are opport
u/anothernameusedbyme
Yes. Researching an editor is important
I used reedsy, they let you get 5 qoutes per time.
I had editors give me a quick break down of one page as well as a budget for their cost. I had ed
u/Mindless_Rule_4226
For my general financial position and where my career is at, it doesn't make sense for me to spend thousands on editing. So I've had to prioritise. As a result I only hire a developmental edi
u/Slick692025
Also when you hire an editor it's important to make sure they know how much they can change your work. I can't count the number of complaints in some of these writing Subs where someone hired
u/Scholarly_norm
I'd like to add a few things as a developmental editor here. Researching an editor is very important. No matter how shiny and reputable an editor seems, not everyone is the right fit for ever
u/SolaraScott
Something I didn't see already suggested, particularly for editing and especially for first time publishing, unless you are an amazing writer out of the gate, you are likely making a lot of m
u/Slick692025
There are plenty of good books to get you started. First thing is to kind of decide on a process so you don't get caught editing forever
u/AuthorCraftAi
I wrote a little blog on finding feedback: https://authorcraft.ai/resources/getting-feedback
Personally I hired an editor. It was thousands and that book never did see the light of day.
u/BD_Author_Services
An editor should edit a sample for free. Editors should also have portfolios and references. Reputable editors will have a number of clients who will be happy to answer an author’s questions.
u/lsb337
That's a really good question, and it's one I've been thinking about myself a lot lately, except from the other side of the coin.
I've been a freelance editor and paying the bills with it li
u/apocalyds_
Thank you for the insight!
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u/Slick692025
I do my own editing. If you're going to hire an editor you better hope you sell a lot of books because a good reputable editor isn't going to be a small expense depending on the size of the n
u/rhinestonecowboy92
I found [this checklist](https://www.untappededitorial.com/post/10-editing-tips-for-first-time-authors) helpful during my process of selecting an editor. It basically breaks down the dos and
u/MoneySings
My wife used a service her daughter had used. I think it was £800 for editing, formatting etc
Took around a month-ish with various re-checks etc
u/Slick692025
Also when you hire an editor it's important to make sure they know how much they can change your work. I can't count the number of complaints in some of these writing Subs where someone hired
u/More-Jackfruit3010
Pobodies nerfect, especially perfessionals. ;)
u/HelloMyNameIsAmanda
There are multiple stages of editing, and they have different purposes. Sometimes the boundaries get drawn slightly differently, but the basic gist is this:
**1. Developmental Editing**
You
u/atticusfinch1973
With new authors I always see a crap ton of money spent on editing that you'll never get back. And I even listened to a podcast that claimed you needed to have a copy editor, a developmental
u/SolaraScott
Something I didn't see already suggested, particularly for editing and especially for first time publishing, unless you are an amazing writer out of the gate, you are likely making a lot of m
u/Slick692025
There are plenty of good books to get you started. First thing is to kind of decide on a process so you don't get caught editing forever
u/theadamvine
My advice is to do both.
u/apocalyds_
I will likely do my own editing for this, because it's not like...the next Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings or anything, but def wanted to get some advice on the subject. Thanks for your ins
u/apocalyds_
Thank you for the insight!