Once you’ve identified the revisions you want to make to your manuscript—maybe after considering the reverse outline method or asking yourself these questions about challenging feedback—the next step is diving into the revision itself. As with almost everything related to writing, it can take some experimenting to find the revision approach that works best for you and your […]
Revising: Where to Begin? Read Post »
Even if you’re looking forward to receiving editorial feedback, processing a detailed set of notes can be overwhelming. Having to dive back in and do even more hard work after you’ve completed a manuscript can feel like running a marathon . . . and then being told that you’re only halfway to the finish line.
Two Questions to Ask When You’re Struggling with Feedback Read Post »
In some ways, starting revisions can feel like setting out on a road trip; no matter how great your playlists are, how much caffeine you have, or how many rest stops you make, nothing can change the distance between you and your destination. That said, there are definitely things that can make the journey more
Receiving Feedback: Three Road Rules Read Post »
After you’ve spent countless hours working on a manuscript, it can be hard to see the forest from the trees. This is when a reverse outline can offer a fresh look at your book’s characters, themes, and plot—revealing what is actually on the page versus what is in your notes or previous drafts. A reverse
Novel Revision Tool: Reverse Outline Read Post »
