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Your Next Draft podcast!
Tune in to learn how to edit your next draft and get your book publication-ready.
Each week, I’ll teach you quick, actionable strategies you can use right away to edit your book.
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What You’ll Hear on the Podcast
- How to self-edit your novel like a pro
- Tips and strategies for story arcs, character development, and more
- What to expect from working with a professional editor
- Expert interviews with special guest authors and editors on how they edit best-selling books
- And more!
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When Should You Practice, and When Should You Publish?
Writing is a skill, and there’s always more to learn. Here’s how to decide whether to focus on practicing new writing skills or publishing using the skills you’ve already developed.
You Can’t Skip Learning How to Write a Novel. Here’s Why
We’d all like to write amazing novels right off the bat. But great storytelling is a skill. And in order to use a skill, first you have to learn a skill. Here’s what it looks like to learn to write great novels—and how to tell when you’ve mastered the skill.
4 Tips for Your First Time Working With an Editor
When you start working with an editor for the first time, it can feel a little scary. But when you know what to expect, it becomes less scary and more accessible—and maybe even exciting.
So let’s demystify what it’s like to work with an editor with four top tips to help you make the most of your work together.
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