The Poetteer

Hello Poetteers,  There are four options when it comes to editing a body of work. It's best to use all of them. You can't rely on online editing apps unconditionally. It doesn't replace an actual editor. It helps you have a clean manuscript to give to your editor. With that, they can dive deep into your story to give you the copy edits you're looking for.  Self editing : find a checklist and familiarize yourself with the track changes feature on your word processor.  Editing software : services like Grammarly, ProWritingAid, and AutoCrit Beta readers and sensitivity readers : they will give an outside perspective and look for accuracy.  Professional editor : hire one that specializes in your genre and provides the feedback you're looking for.  Formatting your work is the next step after editing. Two softwares to consider are Vellum and Indesign. I wish you the best of luck with your work!  Are you looking for a poetry editor? Check out my services and snag a spot!

Hello Poetteers,  When it comes to editing their poetry chapbooks poets print out every poem and rearrange it until it best tells a story and flows well. It's a good method that helps you physically see how the story can work and moves your headspace so that you don't feel stuck.  My body of works are larger and honestly I don't want to waste paper. It could work better for smaller projects. I could possibly focus on the rearrangement by chapter. What works for me is to have a list of the titles, a topic jogger and number it in the order I want them in. Then I go into the document and move the poems. After all that my first step is to read it in full and read it aloud. As I do that I take notes on paper or through track changes. I start with the smaller tasks and move on to the bigger ones.  For Individual Poems: Remove unnecessary words and lines Look up synonyms and rhymes Rearrange lines or stanzas and change POV Expand and personalize: research about the topic, look at

Hello Poetteers,  I'm here again to compile the upcoming poetry book releases of 2021.   January I Must Belong Somewhere By Dawn Lanuza  Written during her year of rest and travel, this new collection speaks to the indescribable feelings of displacement and longing for the companionship she left behind. If I Tell The Truth by Jasmin Kaur Told in prose, poetry, and illustration, this heartrending story talks about living undocumented and the constant anxiety over safety. Poems for the Dawn by Jen Rogue In her Letters for the Universe Goodreads Choice Nominated poet J.R. Rogue shares intimate poems written lovingly for her readers. Take a journey through the eyes of author and reader as Rogue shares a glimpse into the private task of writing poetry dedicated to readers worldwide. Shine Your Icy Crown by Amanda Lovelace This is a story about not letting society dictate the limits of your potential. it’s time to take back your power & realize that you don’t need a king in order to