Peter Ho Davies: Use Revision to Reflect on Your Story’s Possibilities
In a conversation with Lit Hub's First Draft podcast, Peter Ho Davies talks about his latest book, The Art of Revision, and why we...
When to Edit Depends on Which Edit You Want
In a post on DIY MFA, Jeanette Smith discusses when you should start editing your work. "Is it okay to edit before we’re done...
How to Handle a Revise & Resubmit
You might be fortunate enough to get an agent's attention for your manuscript. However, that often isn't the end of the line. You might...
Good Stories Need More than Plot
In a post on DIY MFA, Heather Campbell identifies five common mistakes in first drafts and recommends ways to avoid them. Those mistakes include:
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Caitlin Starling: Listen to Your Critique Partners but Don’t Be Afraid...
Sometimes, the story in your head isn't what comes out on the page. That's what makes early readers and feedback so important, as Caitlin...
M.I.C.E. Quotient, After the Fact
In their eighth and final episode discussing the M.I.C.E. quotient, the Writing Excuses hosts explore using M.I.C.E. as a diagnostic tool. For example, if...
Steeling Yourself for a Professional Opinion
Writers are encouraged to obtain feedback whenever possible, from friends, peers, critique groups, and readers. Honest feedback helps us identify our weak spots, find...
Re-writing? Make Sure Every Draft Has a Purpose
When we write, it's easy to imagine we can get everything down in one draft. Our characters will be consistent but surprising, our plot...
How Much Does an Editor Cost?
In a helpful post on DIY MFA, Jeannette Smith breaks down what you can expect to pay a professional editor for helping you develop,...
Your Manuscript Will Never be Perfect, but That’s Ok
Almost no one writes perfect first drafts and that means you need to edit. But no manuscript is ever perfect. So how do you...
