This fall I’ll be teaching two free writing webinars. I know how signing up for an educational event can feel daunting…or just plain time consuming. Which is why I thought I’d give you all a sneak peek of what’s coming up. That way, you can make a more informed decision on if the content is… Continue reading Free Writing Webinars: Revising Your Manuscript and Tips for Writing Spooky
Tag: revising
How to Tackle an Edit Letter
Have you ever received an edit letter or notes from a beta reader, and you’re not sure where to begin? Everyone’s revising tactics will be different, but sometimes it helps to see how someone else digests information and figures out what to do. This is how I tackle an edit letter: I read it once,… Continue reading How to Tackle an Edit Letter
Trusting the Writing Process When You Must Kill Your Darlings
Right now, I am in the process of killing my darlings. A common phrase used in the writing world, and yet many writers have different definitions for it. Recently, it seems many writers take "kill your darlings" literally and they kill characters. While that technically counts, "kill your darlings" is a reference to eliminating any… Continue reading Trusting the Writing Process When You Must Kill Your Darlings
Revise and Revive: How Taking a Break Can Boost Your Revision Energy
Give yourself permission to revive while you revise. Your work will thank you for it.
When Revision Feedback Makes You Think “But I Did Do That!”
Imagine this: You’ve written an entire novel and found critique partners. Then you get the feedback, and some of the notes confuse the hell out of you because they’re asking you to do things you’ve already done. For example, someone highlights a paragraph of world building and asks you to clarify the different types of… Continue reading When Revision Feedback Makes You Think “But I Did Do That!”
Why You Should Never Call a Draft Final
Avoid naming any draft “final.” It will only lead to confusion and frustration down the road. Instead, try these shortcuts to stay organized.
A Line-By-Line Revision Tip No One Talks About
Polishing a book line-by-line is truly when a book would start to shine. Researching the details helps it shine bright.
Create A Book Bible With Me
Every time I write a novel, I create a book bible. What is a book bible? It’s a collection of documents that helps you keep your story consistent and believable. You might include character descriptions, timelines, world building notes, and more. This process can be vital in staying organized through various revisions, especially if you’re… Continue reading Create A Book Bible With Me
Revising Tips for Beginners
I recently started writing my seventeenth novel. A bit mind-blowing, I know, but I’ve learned a lot over the years. Especially how to set myself up for success. To be honest, it mostly comes down to staying organized from Chapter One to The End…and throughout my various revisions. The more organized you are, the easier… Continue reading Revising Tips for Beginners
Happy Memorial Day! + Blogging News & Giveaways
Happy Memorial Day! I usually blog on the first and third Mondays of the month (and will include one if there’s a fifth), which is why I thought today might be a great time to update everyone. My blogging schedule is changing! Moving forward, I’ll be posting on the first and third Wednesday of the… Continue reading Happy Memorial Day! + Blogging News & Giveaways
