In my last post, I shared how I make lists in preparation for editing. Now I’ll share my process of editing a manuscript. I think most of this process would apply whether or not you’re an author publisher like me. The number of editing rounds may vary with each book, but this is my general… Continue reading The Many Ways I Edit My Manuscripts, part 2
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The Many Ways I Edit My Manuscripts, part 1
“Yay! Now I get to edit.” That’s my first reaction when finishing a first draft. After several rounds of editing, though, I’m a little less enthusiastic. But I trudge on and, eventually, end up with a polished gem from the lump of rock I started with. Well, since I edit as I write, maybe lump… Continue reading The Many Ways I Edit My Manuscripts, part 1
Taking an Ax to My Old Flame—
While my subconscious works out a problem in my romantic comedy, I've been editing the first novel I completed—fourteen years ago. As I read, it became apparent I was a little too fond of the em dash. I think I used at least one on every page. So I decided to run a search for them.… Continue reading Taking an Ax to My Old Flame—
Impatience and writing don’t mix!
I've been more aware of my impatience writing this last novel. Losing three months due to illness, made me feel rushed to get back on schedule. It didn't matter that the schedule was self-imposed. I’d hoped to streamline my concept-to-publishing timeline this time. But haste makes waste—or typos, at least. Eventually, after much writing, editing,… Continue reading Impatience and writing don’t mix!
What if it’s the key to everything?
Like all writers, I jot down my brilliant thoughts when and wherever they come to me. Okay … I jot down my not-so-brilliant thoughts too. I've written these thoughts, of whatever degree, on scraps of paper, napkins, page margins, magazine subscriptions cards, even a mirror. I've yet to buy one of those nifty waterproof notepads for the shower, but… Continue reading What if it’s the key to everything?
Linda Cassidy Lewis 