Editing Software Guide

Your Guide to a Few of the Latest Editing Software (2025)

Hey there, writers! 🌟 The world of digital editing is booming, and there are some amazing tools out there that go way beyond just checking your spelling. Let's dive into the top editing software of 2025 to help you polish your writing and make your workflow smoother.

Grammarly

Your go-to for grammar, spelling, and tone.

• Why You'll Love It: Super easy to use with handy browser extensions. Perfect for everyday writing and quick checks, especially if you're into non-fiction.

ProWritingAid

The stylist's best friend.

• Why You'll Love It: It digs deep into style issues like sticky sentences, clichés, and pacing, offering detailed reports. Great for fiction and non-fiction authors who want to level up their prose and understand their writing habits.

AutoCrit

Tailored for authors.

• Why You'll Love It: Focuses on genre-specific feedback, comparing your manuscript to published works in your genre. It gives you reports on pacing, dialogue, repetition, word choice, and more, helping you fine-tune your story for your target audience.

Hemingway Editor

The clarity champion.

• Why You'll Love It: Highlights complex sentences, passive voice, and adverbs, pushing you towards concise, direct prose. Awesome for non-fiction writers, journalists, and anyone who wants their writing to be super readable.

Feel free to ask if you have any questions or need more tips! Happy writing! ✍️😊

Workshop 1 - Starting Your Journey

 

Workshop 1

Starting Your Journey

 

✍️ Starting Your Writing Journey: A Welcome for Newbie Storytellers

Welcome! If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a story but didn’t know where to begin, you’re in the right place. This space is for curious creatives who are ready to turn their ideas into words, one keystroke or scribble at a time.

🌱 Step One: Create Your Writing Sanctuary

Before diving into the world of plots and characters, let’s start with your environment. Find a space that feels comforting and inspiring—whether it’s a quiet corner, a park bench, a coffee shop, or a cozy nook in your kitchen. Use the instrument that suits you best: notebook, typewriter, laptop, tablet, or even your phone. What matters most is that it feels natural and personal.

🛠️ Tools to Support You

There’s a wealth of writing software out there, and while we won’t dive into the specifics just yet, know that there are plenty of options—free and paid—to help you stay organized and productive.

🧠 Just Write—Don’t Edit (Yet)

Here’s the golden rule for getting started: just write. Let your thoughts flow without censoring yourself. Editing comes later. Right now, the goal is to capture your voice, your ideas, and your passion. The freedom to make mistakes, explore tangents, and be messy is part of the magic of being creative.

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Welcome

✍️ Welcome to the Writers' Workshops & Topics Blog

Where Stories Take Shape

Whether you’re a budding novelist, an indie author navigating the world of self-publishing, or simply a lover of writing, this page is for you.

Hi, I’m MaryAnn, and through my writer’s workshops and blog, I will dive into the art and grit of self-publishing on Amazon along with other writing topics. You’ll find tools, guidance, and creative encouragement for every step of your writing journey—from the concept of your story to holding a finished book in your hands.

Whether you're refining your debut novel or wrestling with how to format your book’s spine, I’m here to help—and learn right alongside you. This isn’t just a blog. It’s a collaborative space for writers who care deeply about doing the work and honoring their voice.