"I've learned through my past experiences that a good editor should avoid changing an author's voice or writing style. The editor should ask questions of the author regarding unclear issues in the writing and offer suggestions on how to clarify for reader understanding. If an author does not like my suggested edits, I've found that it's best to open up the discussion, explain my point of view, and be respectful and straightforward. I'll offer suggestions and rewrite the sentence or paragraph so the author can see my points more clearly, but I typically let the author make the final call."
