Professional Editing Isn’t Cheap – and Here’s Why It Shouldn’t Be

I understand the temptation to cut self-publishing costs where you can. But some parts of it shouldn’t be cheap, and editing is one of them. Here’s why freelance editing deserves to be priced the way it is.

Types of Editing 2.0

Depending on the editor you ask, you might get slightly different answers around the types of editing. To make things simple, I look at the four types you’re likely to come across in your editing journey.

It’s National Poetry Month!

It’s that time of year again! (National Poetry Month AND National Poetry Writing Month.) Time to dust off poetry TBRs and write the poems that have been haunting. Doing the writing part? Here are five tips to keep in mind.

It’s Kaila Desjardins Editing’s Birthday! (+15% Off)

Thank you for a wonderful four years and counting! Book now for a celebratory 15% off your poetry, picture book, or novel editing quote.

Reading Highlights from 2024, Part 2

As we wrap up 2024, I’m looking back at the books I’ve read in the second half of the year. Featuring poetry, novels in verse, picture books, indie novels, and more!