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In this episode, Nathan and Nat share their processes for getting feedback and editing their drafts.
From outlining a "top-down" hierarchy that nails the high-level story before sweating the small stuff, to strategies for soliciting targeted feedback, this conversation is a masterclass on self-editing for any author working on their manuscript.
TIMESTAMPS
[00:00] Introduction to editing approaches and book updates[00:47] Nathan's progress on "The Witch" and query letters[01:36] Discussion of manuscript feedback and beta readers[02:58] Exploring non-traditional publishing options[03:17] Breakdown of Author's Equity publishing model[05:09] Nat's update on "Husk" manuscript feedback[07:11] Editing strategies and question-based feedback approach[08:28] Common editing mistakes and inefficient processes[10:05] Hierarchy of editing levels: story, act, scene, prose[13:34] Strategies for avoiding over-editing while writing[16:31] Effective questions for beta readers[19:36] When to share drafts with others for feedback[25:36] Using GitHub for manuscript version control[37:06] Experience working with professional editors[38:58] Impact of different reading mediums on editing[42:34] Techniques for improving prose and writing style[49:35] Finding honest feedback and handling criticism[51:43] Current reading recommendations and discussions
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In this episode, Nathan and Nat share their processes for getting feedback and editing their drafts.
From outlining a "top-down" hierarchy that nails the high-level story before sweating the small stuff, to strategies for soliciting targeted feedback, this conversation is a masterclass on self-editing for any author working on their manuscript.
TIMESTAMPS
[00:00] Introduction to editing approaches and book updates[00:47] Nathan's progress on "The Witch" and query letters[01:36] Discussion of manuscript feedback and beta readers[02:58] Exploring non-traditional publishing options[03:17] Breakdown of Author's Equity publishing model[05:09] Nat's update on "Husk" manuscript feedback[07:11] Editing strategies and question-based feedback approach[08:28] Common editing mistakes and inefficient processes[10:05] Hierarchy of editing levels: story, act, scene, prose[13:34] Strategies for avoiding over-editing while writing[16:31] Effective questions for beta readers[19:36] When to share drafts with others for feedback[25:36] Using GitHub for manuscript version control[37:06] Experience working with professional editors[38:58] Impact of different reading mediums on editing[42:34] Techniques for improving prose and writing style[49:35] Finding honest feedback and handling criticism[51:43] Current reading recommendations and discussions
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