Episode 22: Editing Before the Editor
Editing Before the Editor It is a rite of passage for authors: editing before the editor. Editing can feel intimidating, especially when you’ve just finished a draft and you’re excited to share it. But before your editor gets your manuscript, there are a few steps you can take that will not only save time and money — they’ll help you hand over the strongest version of your story. The first step is the Clarity Pass. Read through your manuscript as though it’s brand new to you. Ask yourself if every scene is understandable. Are character motivations obvious? Does the dialogue feel
Episode 21 – “Catching Up Over Cocoa”
This week on the Writer Groupie Podcast, I decided to skip the usual interview or deep-dive topic and just chat with you all — like old friends catching up over a warm drink. In this cozy episode, I share what’s been going on lately: editing book three in my World of Daegries series, preparing for a solo writing retreat, and even indulging in a little nostalgia by watching Dawson’s Creek for the first time. (Yes, I’m late to the party — but wow, the drama!) I also talk about finding joy in simple things — like breakfast out with my Kindle, since I once buttered a page
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