#content edit

My manuscript is with beta readers, and I have a lot of thoughts about all the work I just did.

Good morning Bloggarts!  As promised, now that I’m “done” with Tavi, I am back to discuss the revision process. I do want to note that I did write a very similar post on the old site back in August, although it also included pre-writing and drafting. So check it out if it’s of interest, otherwise, buckle up for a deep dive on revising novel length works. On Revision Historically, revision has…

How many stages of editing does your book really need?

You’ve spent a lot of time and energy putting together the first draft of your amazing, one-of-a-kind, world-changing book! You’ve written and edited, written more and edited more, handed it over to your BFFs and family members to check out, and at long last…you’re ready to let your creation be examined by an editorial professional. So, what next? You’ve heard of about a zillion different types…

Finding a #Freelance Editor: Types of Fiction Edits #editing #writing

Finding a freelance editor for your novel requires research, and as I said in my post a few weeks ago, one of the ways you can narrow down your options is to know which kind of edit you’re looking for. However, different people use different terms for different kinds of edits, so I’ll try to give you the most accurate portrayal of editing types as I can.

Manuscript Assessment/Developmental Edit

A…

Finding a #Freelance Editor: Types of Fiction Edits #editing #writing

Finding a freelance editor for your novel requires research, and as I said in my post a few weeks ago, one of the ways you can narrow down your options is to know which kind of edit you’re looking for. However, different people use different terms for different kinds of edits, so I’ll try to give you the most accurate portrayal of editing types as I can.

Manuscript Assessment/Developmental Edit

A…

Working with an editor can be scary.  What if they don’t like it?  What if the editor changes the story?  Will they really understand you and your book?  How expensive is it?  Will you get what you pay for?  What is the difference between proofreading and…