From the Reading Chair

Rewriting and Editing

What does an editor do?

Rewriting and editing, When you're done

How does an editor help a writer with their manuscript? What do they do?

Understanding Story Structure: Spinal care for writers

Rewriting and editing, Writing tips

Structural issues are common in both fiction and narrative non-fiction book-length works. Understanding story structure is key.

Revising your manuscript

Rewriting and editing

Successful writers understand that writing is mostly about rewriting. You can't avoid revising your manuscript.

Trimming and Tightening Text

Rewriting and editing

Trimming and tightening text is a little like pruning in the garden to increase the quality of flowering and fruiting, to remove deadwood, and to improve the overall structure and shape.