them grow their personal creativity and confidence.

Afraid the editor will remove your voice? Have no fear!

Karen M. Smith has 30 years of professional writing and editing experience in both corporate and freelance capacities, which affords her a unique view from both sides of publishing: the author's and the editor's. She's made all the mistakes--primarily thinking because she's an editor that she didn't need one--and learned from them. Now she writes frequently on the topic of producing good content, usually focused on fiction writing and always focused on what it takes to write well and produce content that engages readers.

Editor Knows Best is an editing 101 guide. Learn how you can get a free copy! Editor Knows Best (pollandllc.com)

A freelance writer turned editor and writing coach, Erica James transforms manuscripts and creative ideas into a finished product. For more than five years, Erica has connected with hundreds of aspiring writers, artists and entrepreneurs across the world, using the power of words to bring their visions to life. She believes helping others make peace with themselves through sharing their gifts and stories is her life's purpose. Erica is a graduate of Louisiana State University where she received a bachelor's degree in psychology in May 2012 and a master's degree in Liberal Arts with a Concentration in African and African American Studies in May 2014. Though she purposely sought out positions that challenged her to excel in areas such as education, leadership and outreach, she decided to pursue her love for writing full-time in 2015, which birthed MasterPieces Writing and Editing LLC three years later. Erica is also an accountability coach and newbie YouTuber (MasterPieces Writing and Editing LLC; Confessions of a Good Girl). She currently lives in Louisiana where she was born and raised.

Five women share their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. Write, Wine & Quarantine Magazine...coming soon.

Ghostreaders is a husband & wife narration team that specializes in working with Black writers. They are both Miami natives, but they met in college. Michae and Quintell have always been the couple that does everything together and Ghostreaders is just another opportunity for them to share their life with each other by breathing melanin into the books they voice.

"We are Black owned and we love reading. We are passionate about making sure that Black literature is properly rendered and represented. In addition to a love for literature, we also have background in acting and music production."

In addition to audiobooks, we do other voice work as well - podcast, commercials, etc."

We add soul to your words! Tune in Monday November 16, 2020 at 7pm EST. Anchor.fm/editorknowsbest

Chris is a U.S. army veteran and new family man with a 1 year old and a baby on the way. Exiting the military he said no more sitting still, hobbies will be reality, success will be the norm. He writes childrens books, novels, music and poetry. His debut book is Darla's Scarf and he has another on the way. #podcast #podcasts #veteran #veterans #author #authors #authorsofinstagram #childrensbooks

Nadia Davis is an Author, Mental Health Professional, Advocate, and Professional Life Coach with extensive experience in Mental Health as well as the Criminal Justice System. Nadia attended the University of Southwestern, Louisiana. Seeds In the Mud, which is Nadia's attempt to share the importance of knowing history, rights, laws, and the policies and procedures of the criminal justice system. When not writing, Nadia enjoys speaking publicly to educate people of color on their rights, Black history, mental health, the courts, and criminal justice systems. Nadia has a passion for advocacy and social services. She believes that no matter how big or small, everyone can and should "Do Something!"

Lisa Brown is a digital marketer, and entrepreneur. She has 10+ years in the marketing/digital marketing field as well as event planning, small business counseling, and philanthropy work. She has always had a knack for connecting/counseling people, personal or business.

Side Hustle Saturday was created out of her passion for entrepreneurship and community. She wanted to create a platform where like-minded minority business owners, side hustlers, and anyone thinking about starting their own business can share, educate, and encourage fellow entrepreneurs.

Hustle Talks

What better way to learn from each other but to talk to each other, which led to her idea of Hustle Talks. She wanted to create an Online Talk Show/Interview format where minority business owners can come and share their road to (as well as the road they are still on) of their entrepreneurial journey with other side hustlers who are ready to take it to the next level.

The goals for Hustle Talks: To inform, educate, encourage, and create a sense of community. Let’s Hustle Together.

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