Category: Revision and Editing
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Where to Get Helpful Feedback on a Novel
“Where can I get feedback on my writing?” A question that plagues many writers. You’ve finished a draft or two of your book, and now you want to see if this thing that you’ve dedicated so much time and effort to is any good. Getting feedback is critical for making your book the best that… Read more
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Steal My Revision Strategy – How to Revise a Novel
So you’ve written your book (congrats!) and realized it’s got some issues. Maybe halfway through you cut an unnecessary character, maybe there’s a big plot hole or your main character’s arc needs a better setup, maybe the beginning is full of info dumping. Regardless of the issues, you’re now wondering, “How do I fix all… Read more
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Words and Phrases to Delete to Improve Your Writing
Let’s face it. We all seem to use filler words, passive voice, and weak verbs, adverbs, and adjectives in our writing. But these words and phrases can be really hard to spot when you’re editing your story, and they don’t improve your writing. Sometimes they just slip in, but they’re definitely not necessary all the… Read more