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Rocky Mountain Writer #76

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Mark Stevens

Anita Mumm, Freelance Editor

Freelance editor Anita Mumm recently made the switch from working at a Denver-based literary agency to establishing her own editing and critique services firm. She also made the move from the big city to a small town in the mountains.

On the podcast, Anita gives a rundown on the services she offers through her well-named business, Mumm’s the Word.

She also talks about what she learned from sorting through hundreds (many thousands) of query letters at the Nelson Literary Agency and she talks about the unusual thing she does with her spare time, a globe-trotting effort that helps her keep things in perspective.

If you’re thinking about hiring a professional editor in the near future, this chat might be helpful in understanding precisely what you need. By the way, Anita will be one of three featured guests at the upcoming RMFW writing retreat in Colorado Springs (long since sold-out).

More: Mumm’s the Word

Intro music by Moby Gratis

Outro music by Dan-o-Songs

For suggestions about content or to comment on the show, email Mark Stevens. Also feel free to leave a comment about the podcast on iTunes or your favorite podcast provider.

Host Mark Stevens: http://www.writermarkstevens.com

Category: Podcasts

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