Episode 23: How to Keep Writing When Life Gets Busy
Episode 23: How to Keep Writing When Life Gets Busy So, how to keep writing when life gets busy? We are all facing Christmas! Life has a funny way of interrupting even the best writing plans. Whether you’re juggling a full-time job, caring for aging parents, managing a household, or just trying to survive the whirlwind of everyday tasks, writing often falls to the bottom of the list. But creative dreams don’t disappear just because your schedule gets hectic. They simply need a different approach. One of the biggest myths writers face is the idea that we need large blocks
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
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