Writing a first draft is only the initial step in the journey to creating a novel. The next step is editing, and in this interview, Kris Spisak talks about the different kinds of editing, as well as tips for your self-editing process. Plus, I share my insights from my latest edit on Map of the Impossible.
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Kris Spisak is a nonfiction author, an editor, podcaster, and international speaker. Today, we're talking about The Novel Editing Workbook, 105 Tricks & Tips for Revising Your Fiction Manuscript.
What editing really is and the three levels of editing
Tips for making sure your story hangs together properly
Tools for organizing your story
Writing scenes that are page-turners
Tips for writing compelling characters
Adding sensory detail to pull readers into the book
Tips for writing effective dialogue
Common writing issues to watch out for
The editing an author can do themselves, and when they need professional assistance
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