Jot & Tittle: A Proofreading Service, LLC

08/22/2024

It's fascinating to me how something as simple as voice inflection can change the meaning of a sentence or, in this case, a word.

08/09/2024

Guess what, ? It's National Book Lovers Day!

If you love books as much as I do, this is one holiday you don't want to miss. But how should you celebrate? 🤔

Check out these ideas below. 👇🏻

• Shop at your favorite bookstore! (Bonus points if it's locally owned 😉)

• Visit your local library. This is a budget-friendly option for those who may be struggling in today's economy. Some libraries also have e-book capabilities, so be sure to ask about that!

• Read a book to your kids. This can be a fun way to spend time together and create new memories.

• Post about your favorite reads. This is a great way to support your favorite authors and help out your book-loving friends by suggesting what they should read next.

• Don't have time to read? Download an audiobook!

• Donate! You can help support literacy by donating to charities, or you can donate books you've read to libraries, hospitals, or teachers.

How do you plan to celebrate ?

02/09/2024

"You have the face of an angle" just doesn't have the same ring to it. 😅

05/23/2023

Congratulations to my client Allison Ryver on publishing her debut children's book, "I Am a Homeschooler"!

This was a fun project to work on and one that was close to my heart: I was homeschooled as a child, and I now homeschool my kids as well.

You can purchase her book by clicking the link below!

I Am a Homeschooler is a positive message for families and children that homeschool. Written by Allison Ryver and Illustrated by Kimberlee Everhard. Homeschooling children’s picture book. Homeschool book. Children's Homeschool book.

03/03/2023

Congratulations to my good friend, fellow editor, and now also client, Mandi Summit (Red Quill Co LLC), on publishing her first ever work, Horse Cents (https://a.co/d/iE7zKlM).

Horse Cents is the story of a young filly named Clover who likes to spend her allowance money as soon as she earns it.

One day, Clover grows bored of the items she can afford with her weekly allowance and dreams of something more extravagant, like sparkly horseshoes! Mom and Dad encourage Clover to save her money by opening her very own savings account at the Golden Saddlebags Bank, but Clover doesn't like the idea of waiting to get something new.

Will Clover learn the value of saving her money? Find out in Horse Cents!

***Includes discussion questions for parents and kids to have a conversation about saving money, a glossary of banking terms, and a glossary of horse terms!

And if you're looking for a great developmental editor, check her out on her website, RedQuillCo.com!

Horse Cents

03/02/2023

Shouting a huge congratulations to my client Joe Moss II for the release of his first book, Make God Famous: How To Go From Villain to Hero to Beyond Your Best Self (https://a.co/d/fegywNV)!

Description

Have ever you lost your motivation, struggled trying to find the motivation to get started, thought that you are destined for more but never felt encouraged to do so?
Maybe you always wanted to be your best self aka a SuperHero but find yourself to be your own villain. Or Maybe you wish you had more strength, energy, and resources to help more people with your God-given gift.

In this self-help inspirational, encouraging and action oriented book, Joe Moss presents how to go from villain, to hero, to beyond your best self with God's help to make God famous.

In this book, you will learn. . .

•Baby Steps: Don’t overwhelm yourself with the big picture. Break down your goals into smaller, more achievable, and longer-lasting chunks.
•Beyond the Beyond: You are representing a cause much larger that yourself.
•Do Your Part: God does the super, but you have to do the natural.
•Get In Line: Everyone starts at the back of the line, but you’ve got to get in it to reach the front. Make sure you are getting in the right line by listening for God’s guidance.
•Hire an Excellent Coach: Stay ready so you don’t have to get ready every time.
•Make God Famous: Use your gift for God’s glory and allow Him to stretch you outside of your comfort zone.

In his debut book, Joe gives us insights about how we can pivot from the villain of our story to the hero of everyone we come in contact with by God's help. Filled with inspiring anecdotes and motivational lessons, it shows us that we can make that change for the better. Start that change by reading this book!

Make God Famous: How To Go From Villain to Hero to Beyond Your Best Self

10/12/2022

Congratulations to Biruh Alemayehu on publishing her children's book! I had such a wonderful experience working with you. I hope your book inspires many children to discover who they are in God's eyes.

You are Divine: Biblical Affirmations for Children, Divine Identity, Confidence, Truth, Empowerment, Self-esteem, Poetry, Enlightenment: Biblical Affirmations for Children https://a.co/i1K7d8O

Description
You Are Divine is a children’s book in which original poems, Bible verses, and discussion questions are used as a form of biblical affirmations for children to help solidify their faith and relationship with God. Children learn that they are loved, protected, strong, never alone, forgiven, and so much more. Using these affirmations, parents and guardians can help encourage their children to discover their divine identity and have a meaningful relationship with God.

You are Divine: Biblical Affirmations for Children, Divine Identity, Confidence, Truth, Empowerment, Self-esteem, Poetry, Enlightenment: Biblical Affirmations for Children

09/30/2022

I feel like someone could have done a better job with word placement here. 😅

Don't give up! Get a !

07/22/2022

I know I'm not the only one who has this problem. 😅 Raise your hand in the comments below if you do this too. 🙋🏻‍♀️

07/14/2022

I really like this old word. It was Victorian Era slang formed by combining "giggle" and "mug" (or "face").

07/12/2022

It's time for another ! Let's learn some useful tips for your writing and speech, shall we?

Who vs. Whom

This is an area where so many people struggle, but you don't have to! Yes, that's right. There is a simple solution!

To solve this conundrum, simply swap out the who/whom for "he" or "him" to see which one fits. Here's an example: "Always remember to _____ you belong." Would it make sense to say "to he"? No. "To him" is the better fit, so now you know that "whom" (the one that also ends with an m—see what I did there? 😉) is the proper word choice.

If you can use "he" in place of the who/whom, then the word is being used in the subjective case, and you need the word "who." If "him" works best, however, then you are dealing with the objective case and need to use "whom."

Remember, "him" and "whom" both end in the letter m.

07/08/2022

Please, make it stop! 😵‍💫

Apostrophes should only be used in contractions or to show possession. Occasionally, an apostrophe is used to show the plural of individual letters to avoid misreading (e.g., dot your i's and cross your t's).

This type of misuse of the apostrophe to make a word plural is known as the grocer's apostrophe because of how often it appears in grocery advertisements. (Read more here: https://www.grammarly.com/blog/apostrophe/)

07/08/2022

The English word “infant” comes from the Latin word “infans,” which means “unable to speak” or “speechless."

https://www.encyclopedia.com/psychology/dictionaries-thesauruses-pictures-and-press-releases/infans

07/04/2022

Happy 4th of July! Have fun, but be safe.

06/27/2022

Here's another book out for purchase that I had the honor of proofreading!

Check out Unstuck: I've Found the Recipe for Being Happy, a devotional by author Jennifer Rash.

UnStuck: I've Found The Recipe For Being Happy https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0B193H3HB/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_MDTT2DPNTJR0SAFRJC2Y

Book Description:
Recent studies tell us that 76% of people feel stuck in their personal lives in one way or another, and only 3 out of 10 are happy. I wonder, dear friend, where you are today. Do you feel stuck in some way, stuck in your pain, stuck in your past, stuck in your disappointment, fears, or doubts? Do you feel stuck in your circumstances, unable to see a way out? Are you happy?

The reality is that happiness is not dependent upon circumstances. Happiness must have an inward source. That source is Christ. Today, He longs to fill us and satisfy us in a way that nothing and no one else can. He came that we might have life and have it more abundantly. And He invites us to come, sit at His feet, drink from His cup, and feast at His table. He invites us to come and receive from Him all that we have need of. Will you accept His invitation? Will you dine with Him? Will you allow Him to nourish and sustain you in a way that causes you to grow, flourish, and thrive? It’s time to move forward with power and purpose, friend. It’s time to learn the secret of being content in any and every situation. It’s time to be happy!

UnStuck: I've Found the Recipe for Being Happy is a 30-day devotional book designed to take you on a journey. Deep truths are served up in bite-sized portions, perfect for quick daily devotions, as well as a more in-depth Bible study. A companion journal is now available for reflecting on what you have read. UnStuck: I've Found the Recipe for Being Happy can be used in your personal time with the Lord and is sure to be a favorite when used as a group study with others!

I've found the recipe for being happy. - Philippians 4:12b MSG

UnStuck: I've Found The Recipe For Being Happy

06/25/2022

Know anyone who could use a good deal on mice? 🐁😬

I'm not sure this one technically falls under proofreading; there's really no typo here. But you should always pay attention to placement and how you phrase your message.

06/24/2022

One of my clients (my very first children's author) has released her children's book today! Check out Sprinkles, by Allison Wood / Author. Your little ones will love it!

Sprinkles https://a.co/ajCBb5I

Blurb:
"I want the pretty, pink, super-sprinkly doughnut, please..."

Sprinkles is a sweet story about Julia, who learns just how messy sprinkles on a doughnut can be. The sprinkles seem to have a mind of their own as they bounce, tumble, and dance around her new home. Julia has a real mess on her hands and very little time before her grandma's visit. Can she round up all the sprinkles in time? Join Julia, her dad, and Luna the cat as they find out how fun (and messy!) sprinkles on a doughnut can be.

Sprinkles will delight readers with its relatable plot, use of personification and charming watercolor illustrations. Story themes include: single parenting, multigenerational families, urban living, responsibility and humor.

Sprinkles

06/23/2022

“Eponyms” are words in the English Language based on or derived from a person’s name

Here are some more examples:
•America – Amerigo Vespucci
•Achilles heel/tendon – Achilles from Greek mythology
•Fahrenheit – physicist Gabriel Daniel Fahrenheit