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Correcting Typos
Amy Leibowitz editing readers reviews writing
One question that comes up frequently associated with indie authors and small presses: "Should I message an author to let them know about typos in their published work?"
The answer is complicated. Some authors welcome this kind of feedback; others don't. Regardless, there are some things a person could consider before poking into someones DMs.
1. Is it actually wrong?
Authors of speculative fiction notoriously get emails about the spellings of names, places, and words.
If it's not spec fiction, check a dictionary, the Chicago Manual of Style,...