Writing and Research Tips
Self-Publishing 101
20th August 2020
So you want to write a book – great! Or better yet, you’ve written a book – even better! How will you publish it? There is the traditional mode of publishing: depending on your genre, you need an agent, who will then submit the manuscript to publishers.Benefits of Joining a Virtual Writing Group
18th August 2020
Writing groups have always been helpful, and, especially in graduate school, they’re often done in-person.The Benefits of Joining a Book Club
4th June 2020
Book clubs can be a fun, engaging, and educational experience at any time, but especially now during the COVID-19 stay-in-place orders, they can be especially helpful.Helpful Websites for Writers
2nd June 2020
Whether you’re writing your thesis or dissertation, a journal article, or a novel or memoir, sometimes you need…something else.Dissertation Editor: What We Do
8th October 2019
The school year is getting underway and Dissertation Editor is ready to help! Our name might have the word “dissertation” in it, but did you know that we aren’t just for dissertations or theses? That’s right! We offer a range of services for both students and professionals, at every stage of your career.Writing 1000 Words a Day (or 750, or 500...)
10th September 2019
Did our blog headline get your attention? Great! We thought it would. Too good to be true, you might be asking? Nope.Podcasts for Writing
13th August 2019
Are you a podcast-listener? We’ve talked about podcasts for graduate students before, but as you know, whatever you’re interested in, there’s a podcast for that! Here are some that may be helpful in writing your dissertation – and writing in general, too.How to Deal with Rejection (From Academic Journals)
23rd July 2019
It happens to everyone. Really, it does – rejection from academic journals. It’s almost a rite of passage.Summer Reading: Books and Workbooks on Academic Writing
9th July 2019
Summer is a great time to work on any challenges you might have with writing, especially academic writing.Basics of Submitting to Academic Journals
2nd July 2019
Summer is a great time to start thinking about submitting to journals for publication. You might be working with a professor on research, have you dissertation, or other paper, completed that shows some promise, or you finally have time to finesse that article you’ve been working on.How to Write a Cover Letter
6th February 2019
So you’re applying for a job: you’ve spent countless hours scouring the job databases and listservs, polished your CV or resume…now to tackle the cover letter.How to Write a Teaching Philosophy
22nd January 2019
If you’re going into academia - teaching, especially - then at some point you’ve likely been asked to write a statement of your teaching philosophy.How to Write Professional Emails
23rd October 2018
You’re probably wondering why we’re devoting a whole blog post to the simple task of emailing – after all, we all do it, right? What could we possibly blog about? Well…a lot, it turns out.Scholarly Writing Tips: Writing Application Essays
16th October 2018
Have you decided to apply to graduate school or apply for a fellowship? Are you applying to go back to school after being out for a few years? The application process can be challenging, especially the essays or personal statements, especially if it’s been a while since you’ve had to write anything for school.Scholarly Writing Tips: Writing a Grant Proposal
9th October 2018
Depending on your research and your research needs, sometimes you need additional funding through grants.Converting your Dissertation into a Book: Not as Easy as it Might Seem
16th August 2018
The day has come: your dissertation is finished, you passed, it’s all bound up and in your hands. After a much-deserved break and some relaxation, you might be considering turning your dissertation into a book – after all, it’s a fascinating topic, you’ve thoroughly researched it, and you have a lot to say about the topic.How to Write a Resume or CV
22nd May 2018
Applying for a new job can be stressful, and often, the key to getting your foot in the door for a second look or an interview is a well-organized, thoughtful resume or CV.