Rough Drafts Welcome by Salt and Sage Books

In this exciting installment, we dive deep into the essential topic of sensitivity reading. Join our hosts, Erin and Sachiko, as they navigate the intricacies of when to hire a sensitivity reader, especially when your budget is tight.

We'll also explore creative and budget-friendly ways to approach your own sensitivity read and write inclusively. It's all about fostering a more inclusive and empathetic creative process.

In the spirit of 'Rough Drafts Welcome,' we'll embrace imperfections, encourage self-acceptance, and celebrate the creative journey. We believe that starting is often more important than getting it right, as we don't know what we don't know.

So, don't miss out on this enlightening episode that equips you with the tools and knowledge to make your creative work more inclusive and impactful.

Remember, it's okay to be a beginner in this journey of learning and growing. Tune in, expand your creative horizons, and connect with us as we continue to explore 'The Rough Drafts Welcome' podcast!

Ready to embark on your creative journey with us? Visit www.saltandsagebooks.com to connect, collaborate, and discover more about 'The Rough Drafts Welcome' podcast! 📚✨

Calling all editors and authors! In this episode, Erin and Sachiko delve deep into the art of crafting the perfect editor's letter. Whether you're an editor refining your approach or an author seeking editing services, this insightful discussion is your guide to a more effective and efficient editing process.

Join us as we explore a multitude of strategies for structuring editor's letters tailored to various editing stages, including sensitivity reading, developmental editing, line editing, proofreading, and beta reading.

Discover the secrets of streamlining your editing process as we share our personal shortcuts and insights. We'll help you unlock the key to providing clear, constructive feedback that enhances your collaboration and produces exceptional results.

Tune in and gain the knowledge and confidence to navigate the editing process with ease, whether you're an editor refining your craft or an author seeking the perfect editor.

Ready to elevate your editing game? Visit us at www.saltandsagebooks.com to connect with our skilled editors and explore how we can assist you in perfecting your manuscript.

Listen now to Episode Four, your masterclass in editor's letters, and embark on a journey towards editorial excellence.

In this episode, we're diving into the exciting world of freelancing! Whether you're a seasoned freelancer or just starting your journey, this episode is packed with invaluable insights and practical tips to set you up for success.

Join us as we explore the art of crafting contracts that protect both you and your clients while ensuring clear expectations. We'll even share some surprising moments when Erin's passion for spreadsheets takes center stage in the pricing discussion.

Discover how we've cultivated Salt and Sage Books into a transparent and morally grounded space for freelancers to thrive and make a difference. We'll guide you on recognizing your unique strengths as an editor and how to showcase them effectively in your online presence.

But it's not just about the creative aspect; we'll also touch on the practicalities of taxes and the intricacies of ghostwriting, editorial work, and content creation, emphasizing the crucial need to document everything in a rock-solid contract.

Tune in and gain the confidence and knowledge to excel in the freelance arena, providing top-notch services while maintaining ethical integrity.

Ready to embark on your freelance journey or enhance your existing one? Visit us at www.saltandsagebooks.com to connect, collaborate, and learn more about 'The Rough Drafts Welcome' podcast!

Listen now to Episode Three, your guide to conquering the freelance frontier.

In our latest episode, we get personal as Sachiko shares her own experiences with the weight of stereotypes and microaggressions. Join this intimate conversation as we explore how these issues have made life challenging not just for her but also for her children, challenging the very essence of their personhood.

We discuss the profound impact of validating someone's personhood based on their name or background and why it's a matter of empathy, respect, and validation -- and how authors and creators play a vital role in breaking down these barriers. We'll touch on naming characters authentically, and easy steps that creators can take to be more inclusive and validating around the names they choose.

But it's not just about characters in stories; it's about real-life moments too. Learn why making up a new name when ordering coffee isn't just a casual choice; it's a response to the world's judgment.

Tune in and learn how you can be part of the solution, making the world of storytelling a more inclusive and empathetic place.

Join the conversation and stand with us in celebrating the significance of names.

Also... remember Phteven?

Join us for the grand premiere of 'The Rough Drafts Welcome' podcast, a Salt and Sage Books production!

In this inaugural episode, we explore 'The Power of Imperfection' and why 'Rough Drafts Welcome' matters more than ever in the world of creativity.

Discover the magic of embracing imperfections, self-acceptance, and the creative journey with our hosts, Erin and Sachiko.

Featuring insights from Ira Glass, they unravel the 'Talent and Taste Gap' and share the secrets of unblocking your creative flow with the 'Rubber Duck Method.'

Tune in and learn how to conquer your creative fears, celebrate your 'self-insert novel,' and transform your rough drafts into masterpieces!

Don't miss this inspirational episode that reminds you: It's okay to be a beginner, to stumble, and to grow.

Ready to embark on your creative journey with us? Visit us at www.saltandsagebooks.com to connect, collaborate, and learn more about 'The Rough Drafts Welcome' podcast!

The Ira Glass quote in full:

“Nobody tells this to people who are beginners, I wish someone told me. All of us who do creative work, we get into it because we have good taste. But there is this gap. For the first couple years you make stuff, it’s just not that good. It’s trying to be good, it has potential, but it’s not. But your taste, the thing that got you into the game, is still killer. And your taste is why your work disappoints you. A lot of people never get past this phase, they quit. Most people I know who do interesting, creative work went through years of this. We know our work doesn’t have this special thing that we want it to have. We all go through this. And if you are just starting out or you are still in this phase, you gotta know its normal and the most important thing you can do is do a lot of work. Put yourself on a deadline so that every week you will finish one story. It is only by going through a volume of work that you will close that gap, and your work will be as good as your ambitions. And I took longer to figure out how to do this than anyone I’ve ever met. It’s gonna take awhile. It’s normal to take awhile. You’ve just gotta fight your way through.”