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See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by urch45: 1:24pm On Feb 26, 2017 |
[img]https://4.bp..com/-E-swFj9uakQ/WKSEyzuTXjI/AAAAAAAAALg/bbtuFHIs-z4mhhexgSTUflNjDHrCK-CggCLcB/s1600/editing.jpg[/img] Many readers notice character and plot development in every story. However, editing ranks as an equally important aspect of the writing process worth mentioning. Some of you may be rolling your eyes. Why harp on about editing? Because it matters. Over the past few years, I’ve read quite a few self-published books. Most of the books have been wonderful and I thoroughly enjoyed them. Yet some have been painful to read. Others have been good, but could have been great with the assistance of an experienced editor. Too many self-published authors don’t think readers can tell if their novel hasn’t been professionally edited. Trust me, most of us can. As for authors who skip utilizing beta readers and critique partners, that shows as well. Click here for a professional editor www.blacktowerpublishers.com.ng I’m not just talking about typos. Many readers will forgive one or two, and these errors do happen in books that are traditionally published. Editors do so much more than proofreading. Developmental editors assist with the story and its execution. This process may involve a massive rewrite, but from my experience, it’s well worth it. My developmental editor has suggested some major changes, including reworking the ending of my first novel. I followed her advice after pouting for a day and you know what? She was right. It’s a much better story now. Another type is substantive editing, which involves the larger aspects of the novel such as character development, plot holes, unresolved threads, pacing, etc. Yet another form of editing involves copyediting which makes sure you don’t change your character’s name or hair color. Copyeditors also fix grammar and punctuation, as well as assist in fact-checking and identifying potential legal issues. There are even more kinds of editors and some overlap occurs. Please be wary of editors who say they can offer several different types of editing with one reading. You really will get what you pay for. I’m not saying you have to hire five different editors, but make sure you check your editor’s credentials. Who have they worked with? Do they offer a sample? Most will do this for free. What type of editing experience do they have? Do your research to save yourself from losing money. Also, take the time to recognize the parts of the writing process you need the most help with. When I hear of self-published authors who admit they didn’t work with a professional editor I cringe. Not only is the author publishing something that isn’t the best that it can be, but the person is denying themselves the opportunity to learn and grow as a writer. If you want to improve your writing, work with experienced editors. It’ll change how you think about editing and it will make you appreciate all that they have to offer. Your readers will thank you for it. Click here for a professional editor www.blacktowerpublishers.com.ng |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by adaezeike67: 1:32pm On Mar 25, 2017 |
Exactly the same thing I'm telling people. You need to get your work edited. |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by amaka9087: 1:34pm On Mar 25, 2017 |
How do I hire an editor? |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by funmigold78: 1:37pm On Mar 25, 2017 |
How do I hire an editor? |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by adaezeike67: 4:55am On Mar 26, 2017 |
funmigold78:there is a site in the post |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by amaka9087: 8:43am On Mar 26, 2017 |
okay |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by adaezeike67: 10:18am On Mar 26, 2017 |
adaezeike67:Okay thanks Yeah |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by amaka9087: 12:39pm On Mar 26, 2017 |
adaezeike67:okay |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by adaezeike67: 1:17pm On Mar 26, 2017 |
Yeah |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by sanchez11: 2:05pm On Mar 26, 2017 |
That's cool |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by adaezeike67: 5:28pm On Mar 26, 2017 |
amaka9087:there is a site in the article |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by funmigold78: 8:15pm On Mar 26, 2017 |
adaezeike67:yeah |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by adaezeike67: 8:21pm On Mar 26, 2017 |
funmigold78:Hire me na |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by amaka9087: 8:25pm On Mar 26, 2017 |
adaezeike67:Lol |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by urch45: 8:30pm On Mar 26, 2017 |
amaka9087:Lol |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by funmigold78: 9:33pm On Mar 26, 2017 |
adaezeike67:lol no be only hire |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by amaka9087: 6:30am On Mar 27, 2017 |
funmigold78:Lol |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by adaezeike67: 12:22pm On Mar 27, 2017 |
Lol |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by Nobody: 4:29pm On Mar 27, 2017 |
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Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by adaezeike67: 7:37pm On Mar 29, 2017 |
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Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by funmigold78: 9:09am On Mar 30, 2017 |
Great |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by amaka9087: 7:09am On Apr 01, 2017 |
funmigold78:yeah |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by funmigold78: 7:12pm On Apr 01, 2017 |
adaezeike67:ok |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by sanchez11: 5:36am On Apr 02, 2017 |
adaezeike67:Yeah |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by amaka9087: 5:55am On Apr 06, 2017 |
Okay |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by urch45: 10:33am On Apr 08, 2017 |
Good day everyone |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by amaka9087: 11:14am On Apr 08, 2017 |
funmigold78:me too |
Re: See Why You Should Hire An Editor For Your Manuscript. by urch45: 9:42am On May 25, 2017 |
amaka9087:yeah |
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