Daniel J. Tortora

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125+ articles for authors on writing, publishing, and book marketing by nonfiction editor and book coach Daniel Tortora.

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Writing a Family History with the Help of an Editor: Ryan’s Story

Writing a Family History with the Help of an Editor: Ryan’s Story

Writing a narrative family history book is more than organizing genealogical research. See how one author benefited from working with an editor.

Authors, Editing, WritingDaniel J. TortoraAugust 30, 2026book coaching, copy editing, developmental editing, editing, family history, grammar, line editing, manuscript evaluation, Chicago Manual of Style, parts of a book, writing

The Best Books on Grammar and Punctuation for Writers in the US

The Best Books on Grammar and Punctuation for Writers in the US

Recommended books on English grammar for authors, editors, and educators.

Authors, EditingDaniel J. TortoraApril 13, 2026Amazon, book recommendations, copy editing, editing, first draft, gift ideas, line editing, proofreading, self-editing, self-publishing, Chicago Manual of Style, grammar

15 Amazon KDP Self‑Publishing Mistakes That Will Cost You Readers

15 Amazon KDP Self‑Publishing Mistakes That Will Cost You Readers

Self-publishing tips for Amazon KDP authors from a nonfiction editor and book coach.

The Best Books for Editors

The Best Books for Editors

Recommended books on book editing—fiction and nonfiction.

Authors, EditingDaniel J. TortoraJune 22, 2025Amazon, book recommendations, copy editing, developmental editing, editing, first draft, gift ideas, line editing, manuscript evaluation, proofreading, self-editing, self-publishing, Chicago Manual of Style

Glossary in a Book: Purpose, Format, Examples

Glossary in a Book: Purpose, Format, Examples

How to write and format the glossary for a book, for authors.

Authors, WritingDaniel J. TortoraMarch 3, 2025author tips, back matter, book design, nonfiction, parts of a book, writing, Chicago Manual of Style

Line Editing vs. Copy Editing: What’s the Difference?

Line Editing vs. Copy Editing: What’s the Difference?

The difference between these two types of editing, explained by a nonfiction book editor.

Authors, EditingDaniel J. TortoraFebruary 11, 2025author tips, copy editing, editing, line editing, nonfiction, writing, Chicago Manual of Style