Your Next Draft
Where fiction writers do the hard work of refining unputdownable novels.
I LOVE every minute of the revision process. Editing is the creative crucible where we discover the story you truly want to tell—and it can present some of the most challenging moments on your writing journey.
So if you’ve written a draft—or three—but are still searching for your story’s untapped potential, this is the podcast for you.
Together, let’s dig into the difficult and delightful work of editing your next draft.
Listen to the Latest Episodes
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
- Real editing conversations where a writer and I edit their scenes together
- Expert interviews with special guest authors and editors on how they edit best-selling books
- And more!
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When Should You Work With an Editor? (It’s Earlier Than You Think)
Most writers think they need to finish more drafts, solve more problems, or reach some mysterious milestone before they’re ready for an editor. But what if you’re ready right now?
How to Use Genre as a Revision Tool (with Savannah Gilbo)
You’ve named your genre, but the pieces still don’t fit together. Here’s how to turn genre from a source of confusion into a tool that makes revision click.
The 12 Core Genres That Power Every Great Story
Your genre is one of the foundational, defining decisions you’ll make about your story. Let’s explore genre as a revision tool that works for you.
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