How to Work with an Editor
By Mark J Dawson and Jennifer McIntyre
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About this ebook
Handing your writing over to an editor can be a terrifying experience.
But it doesn’t have to be.
In this book for authors, Jenny McIntyre and Mark Dawson set out the critical benefits of a good editor. With her vast experience editing books from writers at all levels of experience, McIntyre will guide you through the process. Crucially, you will learn how to be a good client for an editor and how you can get the very best out of the experience.
The book is full of practical tips and lessons and includes sample contracts that you can use.
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How to Work with an Editor - Mark J Dawson
How to Work with an Editor
A Guide for (Nervous) Authors
Jennifer McIntyre
Mark Dawson
SPF BooksContents
Introduction
1. But my writing is awesome! Why do I need an editor?
2. Types of editing: a checkup vs. root canal
3. How do I find an editor?
4. So… do you come here often?
5. What to do when you get your edited manuscript back
6. How to be a fabulous client
7. FAQ
About the author: Jennifer McIntyre
Appendix A
Appendix B
Appendix C
Appendix D
Appendix E
Introduction
Handing your writing over to an editor can be a terrifying experience.
But it doesn’t have
to
be
.
I understand the fear—I really do. In addition to my main work as an editor, I’ve also been writing for many years now, so I know exactly what it feels like to pour your heart and soul onto a page, to spend hours and hours crafting something, getting it just right … and then hand it off to someone who has the power to rip it to shreds—and your ego along
with
it
.
If you’re a first-time writer just learning the ropes, that fear is probably looming HUGE
right
now
.
And even if you’re a seasoned author, you may have had some unhappy editorial experiences that make you want to throw your word processor into a dumpster and just take up llama farming instead….
I’ve heard some horror stories, and I’m sure you
have
too
.
But like I said, it doesn’t have to be that way. Honest.
I’ll show you, the writer, how to climb into the driver’s seat and stay there while you search for a good editor who meets your needs.
And I’ll show you how to be an amazing client during the whole process, from Hmmm… I think this could use a second set of eyes
to OMG, thank you! This is perfect! Start the presses!
Here’s what you’ll learn:
Why you actually (really, truly, honestly) need an editor to look at your stuff
How to determine what kind of work needs to be done to your project, from a light proofread to a heavier edit (a checkup vs. open-heart surgery, if
you
will
)
How and where to look for a qualified editor
How to pick an editor who will work with you, and has the
right
"
feel
"
How the hiring process works: what to ask your prospective editor—and what they will
ask
you
How to be an awesome client
What to do when you get your edited
manuscript
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