A Beginner’s Guide to Editing Fictional Books

Join Erica as she chats with Kelly, the romance and fantasy whisperer, a developmental and line editor who transforms stories into captivating masterpieces. Find out when you should get an editor involved, learn how to find your perfect match and discover how to navigate the editing maze!

Follow Kelly on Instagram or visit the Dogstarcreativeco website to find out more!

 

Takeaways

• Get sample edits from multiple editors to ensure they understand your book and writing style.
• Good communication and reliability are essential qualities to look for in an editor.
• Line editing is crucial, but a developmental edit can be beneficial for first-time authors.
• Editing plays a significant role in the reception and success of a book.
• Becoming an editor requires experience, intuition, and possibly additional training.
• Different types of editing include big picture editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Quickfire Questions

02:52 Being an Editor for Indie Authors

04:21 Memorable Experiences Working with Authors

06:38 Building Intimacy Between Characters

07:49 Qualities of a Good Editor

10:44 When to Involve an Editor in the Creative Process

12:12 Budgeting for an Editor

12:47 Common Mistakes Authors Make

15:00 Finding the Right Editor

17:49 The Impact of Editing on the End Product

19:30 Becoming an Editor

23:26 Types of Editing

25:42 Advice for Authors on Editing

26:33 Contacting Kelly for Editing Services