Navigating the Editing Process
A Writing Academy Masterclass
Learn to Revise and Edit with Confidence & Get Your Questions Answered by a Professional Editor
NOW WHAT?
What comes after "The End"?
You've spent months or years working on your manuscript and you've finally reached the end. Congratulations! But... what comes next?
STEP 1
Plan
Develop a great idea
STEP 2
Write
Complete the first draft of your manuscript
STEP 3
Revise
Apply a bottom up approach to ensure your manuscript is polished and ready for publication
STEP 4
Publish
Get your book into the hands of readers
You've come a long way!
You've worked hard developing and writing the book you've dreamed about.
It's a huge accomplishment and you should celebrate!
But your journey isn't over yet...
Before your book is ready for readers to enjoy, it's time to revise the manuscript to make sure it's the best it can possibly be.
You know what they say...
There is no such thing as good writing. Only good rewriting.
Robert Graves
Poet, Novelist, & Critic
But HOW do you revise and rewrite your book?
You can't just go back to page 1 and start over...
You may be wondering...
Where do I start the revision process?
How much work does my manuscript need?
How do I tell if readers will understand my book?
Should I hire an editor?
How will I know when my book is ready for publication?
These questions overwhelm many writers...
If you're not sure where to start or how to tell when your manuscript is done, it can lead you to procrastinate or waste time making unnecessary changes.
Plus, uncertainty about the revision process leads to feelings of frustration, resistance, doubt, and anxiety.
If you feel like this...
Don't fear! We can help you.
Step 1:
AVOID THE #1 MISTAKE:
Starting over at page 1 with no plan or vision.
Begin at the Foundation
Too many authors jump right into polishing their first draft when, in fact, they should start by revisiting the structural and technical elements of their manuscript.
Revision should always be approached from the bottom up. It is silly to spend time and energy rewriting material that may end up on the cutting room floor.
Step 2:
Ask the RIGHT Questions
You must know how to evaluate your manuscript at each level of revision. That means asking yourself the right questions and analyzing how successful your manuscript is.
Things like:
Are your characters fully developed and consistent?
Have you avoided long, boring passages of exposition?
Have you clearly communicated with your reader?
Once you've identified the areas that can be improved, honestly assess whether you have the skills to address them or if you need to learn more to fill that skill gap before proceeding.
Step 3:
Confidently Decide if you Should Self-Edit or Hire an Editor
Many students dream of having their work professionally edited. If money were no object, there would never be a bad time to work with an editor! However, editing is usually expensive. So, if you decide to hire an editor, you should be confident in your decision.
The best thing you can do is learn the focus of different types of editors so you understand exactly what you're paying for. Depending on your manuscript's needs, you may need to consult with a:
Developmental Editor
Line Editor
Proofreader
Or some combination of editors.
Even if you decide to self-edit your work, understanding each editors' process (and the order they're usually consulted in) will help you revise your work as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.
Proceed with Confidence
Writing Academy's Masterclass on Navigating the Editing Process will have you approaching your revisions with confidence.
And you'll be able to get your questions answered by a professional editor.
SUCCESSFULLY NAVIGATE THE EDITING PROCESS
What You Get in Our Masterclass
Take a deep-dive into the world of editing and revision
Masterclass Presentation
Two in-depth lessons taught by Writing Academy owner and instructor, Dani Alcorn.
Fillable Reference Handout
Experience multi-modal learning as you follow along taking guided lesson notes.
Quiz
Check that you've understood the material with a graded quiz.
Manuscript Evaluation Assignment
Apply what you've learned to your manuscript by completing a multi-page evaluation.
Discussion Areas
Ask your questions about the editing process and get answers from a professional editor.
Lifetime Access
Return as often as you wish, whether you need a refresher or are starting a new project.
Curriculum Highlights
Take a deep-dive into the world of editors!
Revision vs. Editing
You'll learn the difference between revision, a creative process of rewriting, and editing, polishing material to a shine.
How Professionals Edit
By the end of this masterclass, you'll understand what feedback you can expect from different types of editors.
How to Fill Craft Skill Gaps
Learn to avoid the 2 biggest mistakes writers make when trying to improve their craft skills.
Multi-Modal Learning
Hear it, see it, write it, & apply it.
No matter how you learn best, Writing Academy Masterclasses have you covered.
Listen to lecture audio.
See text and visuals that reinforce the concepts.
Write guided notes to refer to later.
Apply the concepts to your own manuscript.
ENROLL NOW
Take the next step toward becoming a best-seller.
Learn How to Navigate the Editing Process!
Get lifetime access to this Masterclass.
$149
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Your Instructor
COO and Instructor
Dani Alcorn
Dani is the Chief Operating Officer at Writing Academy and co-Founder of Writer's Secret Sauce. She is also an author, instructor, editor, and mentor.
She trained in screenwriting at Northwestern University and worked as a professional medical writer before taking Writing Academy full-time.
She enjoys working with aspiring authors at all stages, from those just learning to structure their stories to those ready to get into print.
FAQ
Here are the answers to the questions we hear most often.
First-Time or Experienced Authors
If Your Manuscript Needs Polish
If Your Manuscript is Unfinished
Authors Who Want to Get Published
The course is open to all aspiring writers, young or old, experienced or just getting started. It doesn't matter whether you have previous editing experience, we'll teach you what you need to know.
So much! You'll learn the difference between revision and editing, how to approach revisions in the most efficient way possible (saving you time and heartache), what professional authors do, and how to mimic their process. You'll also learn how to fill craft skill gaps you identify during the revision/editing process.
The class starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online class - you decide when you start and when you finish.
You'll have access to the course for life.
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 7 days and we will give you a full refund.
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We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 7 days and we will give you a full refund.
Dani Alcorn
COO, Writing Academy, Inc.