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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Nov 29

Hello and welcome, new followers! I haven't been great at keeping up with Bluesky, but I'm going to try to be here more often. (Although that may be more likely after the holidays.)

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Laura Bontje | Out now: When the Air Sang @laurabontje.bsky.social · Nov 29

In case you missed it, there's still time to save on your next edit—and get all the fun that comes with my newsletter!

Laura Bontje | Out now: When the Air Sang @laurabontje.bsky.social · Nov 25

Hey, #KidLit! I've got a special promo for new newsletter subscribers. If you're looking for an editor, check it out! 🔗Link in bio🔗

I work with fiction for all ages: #PB, #MG, #YA, & select adult lit (most often mystery/thriller or upmarket fiction). More info at laurabontje.com.

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Nov 29

Please be kind to retail workers. It can be a stressful time of year, but that's no excuse to treat us as subhuman.

Are we distracted? We're trying to help five people at once. Can't locate anyone? Consider that we may all be helping others, and don't shout abuse at the next one of us you see.

bring on the headless horses @ihavethatonvinyl.com · Nov 29

it is that time of year for my annual speech. please be kind to retail workers. they are doing the best they can for very little pay under trying circumstances. working retail during the holidays is hard and exhausting. they are working long hours. be kind

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Nov 23

We have merch! Can confirm the sweaters are cozy and the stickers super cute!

Editors Tea Club @editorsteaclub.bsky.social · Nov 22

Why not treat yourself or an edibuddy to some adorable #AmEditing gear this holiday season?

The Editors Tea Club store is now officially open! Check out our well-brewed selection of tees, totes, stickers, buttons, and mugs for your next cuppa!

editorsteaclub.org/store

Images of mug, set of 5 buttons, woman in t-shirt, and tote bag, all with various Editors Tea Club logos and sayings. Text: Editors Tea Club Official Merch. editorsteaclub.org

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Northwest Editors Guild @edsguild.bsky.social · Nov 5

We think you could all use a bonus #StetPet, so here's Charlie, #StetPet editorial assistant of Ontario editor @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social.

"Charlie is also not one for costumes, but I've always liked this picture of him. He helps me as an editor by reminding me to stay curious!"

Cream and orange colored cat staring curiously at a pumpkin directly in front of it.

Cream and orange colored cat looking down inquisitively at a pumpkin sitting in front of it.

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Oct 29

Update: I am now closed for bookings for 2024.

I have accepted a full-time freelance contract, so my editorial services are on hold for a few months. That said, I will consider projects for spring 2025 and beyond. Query at jenniferdinsmoreeditorial.com

As always, don't forget to keep creating!

Jennifer Dinsmore Editorial

Professional editing and proofreading services for self-publishing authors of contemporary, historical, and speculative fiction writers.

jenniferdinsmoreeditorial.com

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Sep 18

Hello, new followers! Nice to meet you.

I'm Jennifer, a copyeditor & certified proofreader. I specialize in working with indie authors. I live in ON, Canada, with my partner and our two pets. I'll post about the written word, but also about my fav shows, art, and things that bring me joy.

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Sep 8

Scenes from the bookstore:

A woman couldn't find a book. She gave me a high five & called me a rockstar when I found it.

I was cashing out a woman when she said, "You're so pretty! Like a mermaid! Like Ariel" She walked back through the store later & called out "Have a wonderful night, Ariel!"

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Aug 27

treasurers ---> treasures
The first refers to the people who count the monetary worth of treasure (valuables), the second refers to the treasure found. A typo the eye can easily skip over, but I think you'd be disappointed if you went hunting for gems and found a group of accountants instead!

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Aug 22

Every time I even *think* about not checking the spelling of what feels like the thousandth name during a proof, inevitably the next name is spelled incorrectly. So, evergreen reminder for copyeditors and proofreaders: Always, always, always check names!

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Jun 19

Got in a quick, early #StetWalk before the heat dome descends! ☀️

I have an appointment and a bookselling shift today, but hope to get in a bit of editing as well. (The MLM romance I'm working on is super cute!) Have a very happy Wednesday, all

A black-and-tan German Shepherd stands on a gravel path.

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Jun 4

And remember that no matter your sexual or gender orientation, you are loved, valued, and deserve to live your life as you wish. Jennifer Dinsmore Editorial editorial will always be a safe space for anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA2S+.

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Jun 4

Happy Pride! I'm excited this is the month I start a copyedit on a sweet (and steamy!) gay romance novella. I've worked with this client before, and I can't wait to fall in love with these characters and their path to happy ever after!

A Caucasian woman with red hair smiles at the camera. She's wearing a yellow shirt.

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Allison Alexander @aealexander.bsky.social · Mar 20

Psst. I've got this whole list of free resources for SFF writers on my website, including comp-finder databases, a literary agent database, a book editor directory, and more. Have at 'er! #Writing #SFF www.aealexander.com/...

FOR WRITERS | Allison Alexander

Articles, databases, and a podcast for writers who want to publish sci-fi and fantasy novels.

www.aealexander.com

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Georgina Kiersten @ingloriousgigi.bsky.social · Mar 18

The trans rights readathon is happening next week and I would like to take the time to remind you that I'M A TRANS AUTHOR! You can find all of my books at georginakiersten.com

Georgina Kiersten Trans Non-binary and Fall Into You More to Love and Splinter by Jasper Hyde.

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Mar 18

Agreed.

Lynne M. Thomas 🏳️‍🌈🚀🦄 📜 @lynnemthomas.com · Mar 18

Ok, I'm calling it. We need to apply the Tom Holland Umbrella rule to Ryan Gosling's Oscars performance of "I'm Just Ken."

www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmG0...

"I'm Just Ken" Performed by Ryan Gosling, Mark Ronson, Slash & The Kens | 96th Oscars Performance

"I'm Just Ken" from Barbie Performed by Ryan Gosling and Mark Ronson Music and Lyric by Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt The 96th Oscars was held on Sunday, March 10th at 7e/4p, and televised LIVE on ABC and in more than 200 territories worldwide. Watch more 96th Oscars Highlights ►► https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ8RjvesnvDNc516KbDFpHYg1iljIVwnW&si=Y-cOQtkTG6OVNKl6 Learn more about the Oscars ►► https://aframe.oscars.org/hub/oscars Subscribe for more #Oscars videos ►► http://osca.rs/subscribeyt "I'm Just Ken" Performed by Ryan Gosling, Mark Ronson, Slash & The Kens | 96th Oscars Performance #academyawards #academyaward #Oscar #filmmaking #filmmakers #motivation #reflection #song #music #originalsong #Barbie #ImJustKen #RyanGosling #MarkRonson #Kens #kenough #Slash

www.youtube.com

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Victoria Strauss @victoriastrauss.com · Feb 28

Lee & Low issues its latest Diversity Baseline Survey of the publishing industry (most recent prior survey was 2019) blog.leeandlow.com/2024/02/28/2...

WHERE IS THE DIVERSITY IN PUBLISHING? THE 2023 DIVERSITY BASELINE SURVEY RESULTS

The Diversity Baseline Survey was created to answer a question: Does the book industry have a diversity problem? A benchmark to measure the demographics of the publishing workforce was missing from…

blog.leeandlow.com

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Feb 28

Yay, @tobinelliott.bsky.social!! I'm so very excited for you.

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Laura Zats @lzats.bsky.social · Feb 6

Hello friends! Print Run is doing lots of recording soon and we are running low on queries and first pages to (anonymously) critique! If you'd like yours to be considered, send it along to [email protected]!

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Feb 6

How do you not see it?

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Feb 5

Thanks so much for sharing, Allison!

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A.C. Wise @acwise.bsky.social · Jan 19

Psst! Canadians! The eligibility listing period for the Aurora Awards is now open. Make sure your eligible works from 2023 are listed so folks can vote for them when the time comes! www.csffa.ca

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Jan 3

Thank you!

Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Jan 3

Aww, thanks! That's so sweet. I'll keep that in mind ❤️

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Jennifer Dinsmore @jenniferdinsmore.bsky.social · Jan 3

Hi, Elizabeth! Thanks for the well wishes ☺️

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