OMG I loved this essay, Heather, and not just because I was part of the story! I have one thing to add for readers, something my current publisher shared with me that is literally a game-changer when it comes to proofing. Apparently, Word has a function where you can play your story back on audio-in other words, you can listen to it. I used to have my college students read their papers out loud, which is good. But having an AI read it while you're doing something mundane, like the dishes, is something I'm going to try for my next proofing assignment. As always, great reading you...and I will be restacking this one for sure! xo
Gail, what a fantastic suggestion! Hearing text (especially while being read by a computer) is such a great way to gain a fresh perspective for editing and proofing!
OMG I loved this essay, Heather, and not just because I was part of the story! I have one thing to add for readers, something my current publisher shared with me that is literally a game-changer when it comes to proofing. Apparently, Word has a function where you can play your story back on audio-in other words, you can listen to it. I used to have my college students read their papers out loud, which is good. But having an AI read it while you're doing something mundane, like the dishes, is something I'm going to try for my next proofing assignment. As always, great reading you...and I will be restacking this one for sure! xo
Gail, what a fantastic suggestion! Hearing text (especially while being read by a computer) is such a great way to gain a fresh perspective for editing and proofing!