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Breaking Down the Self-Editing Process with Savannah Gilbo
Manage episode 433615029 series 3564884
This week, we're tackling the daunting task of editing your manuscript.
Savannah Gilbo, a certified developmental editor and book coach, and I walk you through how to break down the self-editing process into manageable phases.
From taking essential breaks to detailed step-by-step strategies, we cover how to transform your messy first draft into a polished gem.
Tune in to learn all about the different phases of self-editing, common pitfalls to avoid, and tips on when and how to seek outside feedback.
Let's dive in and make your editing journey smoother and more effective!
00:00 Introduction to Self-Editing Challenges
01:35 How to Self-Edit Your Manuscript
02:51 Mindset and Best Practices
05:22 The Importance of Self-Editing
07:23 Phases of the Self-Editing Process
10:22 Taking a Break Before Self-Editing
12:50 Big Picture Developmental Edit
18:46 Navigating the Messy Middle of Revisions
19:44 Diving Deeper: Scene-Level Edits
24:50 Fine-Tuning Your Pages
28:37 The Final Polish: Grammar and Spelling
31:54 Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
37:30 Embracing Feedback and Staying Open
39:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Editing Resources
Revision Clarity Workbook and Resource Guide
Self-Edit Check List
Guest Bio: Savannah Gilbo is a certified developmental editor and book coach who helps fiction authors write, edit, and publish stories that work. She’s also the host of the top-rated Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast, where she delivers weekly episodes full of simple, actionable, and step-by-step strategies that you can implement in your writing right away.
Website: https://www.savannahgilbo.com
Podcast: https://www.savannahgilbo.com/podcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savannah.gilbo
To become a supporter of the show, click here!
To get in touch with Stacy:
Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co
https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/
Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared:
Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide
Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears
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Manage episode 433615029 series 3564884
This week, we're tackling the daunting task of editing your manuscript.
Savannah Gilbo, a certified developmental editor and book coach, and I walk you through how to break down the self-editing process into manageable phases.
From taking essential breaks to detailed step-by-step strategies, we cover how to transform your messy first draft into a polished gem.
Tune in to learn all about the different phases of self-editing, common pitfalls to avoid, and tips on when and how to seek outside feedback.
Let's dive in and make your editing journey smoother and more effective!
00:00 Introduction to Self-Editing Challenges
01:35 How to Self-Edit Your Manuscript
02:51 Mindset and Best Practices
05:22 The Importance of Self-Editing
07:23 Phases of the Self-Editing Process
10:22 Taking a Break Before Self-Editing
12:50 Big Picture Developmental Edit
18:46 Navigating the Messy Middle of Revisions
19:44 Diving Deeper: Scene-Level Edits
24:50 Fine-Tuning Your Pages
28:37 The Final Polish: Grammar and Spelling
31:54 Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
37:30 Embracing Feedback and Staying Open
39:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Editing Resources
Revision Clarity Workbook and Resource Guide
Self-Edit Check List
Guest Bio: Savannah Gilbo is a certified developmental editor and book coach who helps fiction authors write, edit, and publish stories that work. She’s also the host of the top-rated Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast, where she delivers weekly episodes full of simple, actionable, and step-by-step strategies that you can implement in your writing right away.
Website: https://www.savannahgilbo.com
Podcast: https://www.savannahgilbo.com/podcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savannah.gilbo
To become a supporter of the show, click here!
To get in touch with Stacy:
Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co
https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/
Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared:
Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide
Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears
32 قسمت
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