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1. Editing Road Map: Shape & Clean

Shaping the RoughA. Developmental Editing: Shaping overall structureB. Line Editing: Ensuring strong story flow

Cleaning the RoughC. Copy Editing: Tighten words & sentencesD. Proofreading: Spell check that works E. Synchronizing: Consistent and Standardized


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1A. Developmental EditingDevelopmental editing is shaping the overall, broad structure and flow of a piece.


Re-arranging, Removing extra clutter Putting the best parts in the best places

Make the best piece.

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1B. Line EditingLine Editing is ensuring strong story flow


Was this plot point introduced too early? Are you giving away too much too soon? Is this too slow?

Better story, better piece.

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1C. Copy EditingCopy editing is tightening writing (copy).


Cleaning words, sentences, and paragraphs. Looking at diction (word choice), syntax, sentence structure Cut all fat Wordsmithing

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1D. ProofreadingProofreading is Spell Check that works.


Thinks More than one way to say it: Which fits?

Understands Meaning beneath the words: Which

rises? Grows

Many styles: Carry yours through

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1E. SynchronizingSynchronizing is ensuring internal consistency and standardized writing.


Naming conventions Capitalization of words & terms Punctuation usage

You made your world; Keep it straight!

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2. Editing Routes: All Roads to Rome

How do YOU want to go?


A. Scenic Path Do what you can, as much as you

can, on your own

B. Direct Path Need it done yesterday.

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2A: Scenic Path

Do what you can, as much as you can, on your own


Strolling: Stop and smell the roses.

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2B: Direct Path

Hand off!Let stars play game daySo your team wins big


Rushing: Clock is ticking.

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2C. Decisions: Still in the Game!Where Are You NOW? How Do YOU Start?


Wherever you are, pick your pathScenic Direct

PROs CONs PROs CONsLearning EXP Incomplete Better Editing TrustConvenient Time Expense Accountability Cost

Your Time SavedEdited FasterImpartial

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2D. SuggestionDo Both. Scenic & Direct.


- Do as much as you can, given your existing skill, comfort level, and proficiency.

- Hand off for the rest.

In the end, you NEED an impartial opinion.

Invest in YOUR GEM. It’s worth it.“Everything of value is worth

polishing.”

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3: Virtual Tour: See the Process

“It’s Beautiful: Let it shine”


Well come along! Watch and walk lively

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3A: Begin With a Path


Complimentary Consult: Write Your Dreams.

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3B: Development Edit: Memo


After 2 read-throughs, a memo of first ideas:

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3B: Development Edit: Explaining


Showing the System the Editor uses

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3B: Development Edit: Example


Applying the System to the Writing

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3C: Copy Edits & Proofreading


Before & After

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4A. Winding Down Tips: Self-Edits Remember your reader has to read this. Make this a pleasant, pain-free experience.


Walk Away: Take a break from it before editing Liposuction: Every sentence cut a word, every paragraph cut a sentence. Organize: Keep your file versions correct Dump Trash: Remove inferior versions Good Tomorrow: Save good leftovers for later

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4B. Winding Down Tips: Pick EditorRemember your editor has to work with you and your piece. Choose a congruent, proven person.


Think Alike: Pick someone who will be true to your vision, who cares enough to understand it Shop Around: Talk to a few. Tell them:

Your Manuscript Length Type(s) of Edit Desired

Request Demo: Request Edit of Sample (5-10 pages) Write Down Details: Quote ($) and timeline for the whole project

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5. Workshop A: Your Turn!

Do Your Best: Perfect Practice Makes Perfect


Task: Edit your chosen piece (or part of piece). Shape or Clean. Objective: Practice self-editing your pieceSuccess: Shape: Story Flow enhanced Clean: No extraneous word per sentence edited.Tips: Balance time –Reading & Editing.

Time: 15 minutes total.

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5. RECAP (FYI): Shape & Clean

Shaping the RoughA. Developmental Editing: Shaping overall structureB. Line Editing: Ensuring strong story flow

Cleaning the RoughC. Copy Editing: Tighten words & sentencesD. Proofreading: Spell check that works E. Synchronizing: Consistent and Standardized


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6. Sneak Peeks: Process & Product

View Example of Edited Piece (Process) & For the Love of God: Falling For Balance

(Product)


Paid in Full: Greater Return Freely Available: Precious Value

“Thanking the Giants upon Whom I Stand”

Giving Credit: References


Book Editing7 Deadly Myths and 3 Inspired

Truths About the Editing of Books

What does a book editor do?

What a good editor will do for you

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