Editing & Revising
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Stay Active: How to Avoid Passive Voice Misuse as a Writer
Is passive voice really as bad as they say? Will it ruin your novel? Also, what is passive voice? Find all the answers right here.
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Premium Deep Dive: Author Style Sheets
In this Dabble Premium Deep Dive, we're taking a look at an under-used but valuable resource: a style sheet. And, of course, that means a free Premium resource, too, which is your very own style sheet template!
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Proofreading: All the Tricks for Producing a Polished Novel
A thorough proofreading is an absolutely crucial step in the writing process, whether you plan to self-publish or publish traditionally. Here's everything you need to know about getting the job done well... and when it might be time to hire a professional.
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Copy Editing for Authors: What It Is and Why You Need It
What is copy editing? How is it different from all the other bajillion types of editing? Do you need to hire an editor or can you do it yourself? Find all those answers and more right here.
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What’s a Sensitivity Reader and Where Do You Find One?
Sensitivity writers are more prevalent than ever before, and for many authors, they're an essential part of the editing process. But what do they do exactly? And how do you know if you need one? We've got those answers right here.
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Everything an Author Needs to Know About Line Editing
When it comes to improving the quality of your prose and your story's readability, few are as capable as line editors. In this article, we discuss what line editing is, how it helps, and what working with a line editor is like.
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Critical Feedback for Writers: Why You Need It, How to Love It
There's no avoiding it: critical feedback is an essential for becoming a great writer. Here's how to navigate the process with grace, create excellent work as a result, and get through it all with your self-confidence intact.
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What is Developmental Editing?
Developmental editing, also known as substantive or structural editing, is an intensive look at your story's plot, worldbuilding, characters, themes, and everything else that makes your writing unique. Learn all about the process and how to find a developmental editor in this article!
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How to Use Beta Reader Feedback: The Ultimate Guide
Beta readers are magical creatures who spend hours reading your novel and offering invaluable feedback (usually for free) so you can create a marketable masterpiece. But how do you use their feedback? What if you disagree with it? And what happens if you get contradictory advice? Here's everything you need to know to make the most of beta reader feedback.
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An Author's Guide to Correcting Passive Voice
You've probably heard that writing in a passive voice isn't as great using the more active counterpart. But why? And how do you fix passive writing in your manuscript? We cover everything you need to know about correcting passive voice in this article.
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The Last Editing Checklist an Author Will Ever Need
Congratulations on finishing your draft! Now it's time for the dreaded editing phase. Don't worry, dear author, because we have a comprehensive editing checklist for you and your book, no matter what stage you are at.
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Revising vs. Editing: What's the Difference?
In the world of writing, revising and editing might be used interchangeably, but there's a pretty big difference between the two. Use this article to understand the difference and make your story the best it can be!
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How to Find Beta Readers: What Everyone Else Seems to Know
No clue how to find beta readers? Don't sweat it. As it turns out, potential beta readers are everywhere. Here's how to track them down.
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How to Edit Your First Draft Fearlessly
Here's everything you need to know about how to edit your first draft. Sure, it's a daunting task. But with the right perspective and some solid strategy, you'll make it to draft two in no time.
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How Do You Know If You Need an Editor
After you've spent so long writing your best story, do you really need to hire an editor to work on your book? In this article, we discuss five scenarios where you need an editor to help your story reach its full potential.
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Digging in Deep: What is Content Editing?
Editing. That tricky little step between drafting and publishing. Okay, maybe it’s not so little. Actually, it’s kind of important. I’ll even go out on a limb and say it’s actually the most important part. And the limb is very short. But where do you start? You’ve got all these words and now you have to take your messy first draft and make them actually readable. You know editing’s a thing, but you’ve probably heard there is more than one kind of editing. One of the most comprehensive is known as content or development editing. This is often the first kind of editing any book sees and, for new writers, can be a valuable step in honing their craft.
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Beta Readers: The Quiet Hero of Your Story
Essentially, a beta reader is an (hopefully) objective third party who will read your novel or story and provide (hopefully) constructive feedback. A beta reader is not an editor, and often they’re not writers either, though there’s a good chance a lot of your beta readers are going to be authors as well.
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What are the different types of book editing?
Editing your book can be a daunting task. In this article, we breakdown the different types of editing and when you should apply them.
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Self-Editing Your First Draft | Fictionary Guest Post
Bestselling author Kristina Stanley breaks down the three questions you need to ask to self-edit your book's characters, plot, and setting.