Book Editing

6 questions in this category

1. How do you approach the first read-through of a manuscript, and what are the key elements you focus on initially? 1 2

   • 10 answers
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   • Answer by David F
   • Tuesday at 08:47 AM

2. What strategies do you use to maintain the author's voice and style while making necessary edits to the manuscript?

   • 4 answers
   • 63 views
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   • Answer by Emily Lisa T.
   • Sunday at 07:39 PM

3. How do you handle situations where you feel a manuscript needs substantial changes, but the author is resistant to those suggestions?

   • 5 answers
   • 91 views
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   • Answer by Emily Lisa T.
   • Monday at 02:03 AM

4. What is your process for balancing macro edits, like plot and character development, with micro edits, such as grammar and punctuation?

   • 4 answers
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   • Answer by salehjoy
   • Sunday at 04:14 PM

5. What are some common mistakes you encounter in manuscripts, and how do you guide authors in correcting them?

   • 5 answers
   • 51 views
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   • Answer by Emily Lisa T.
   • Monday at 03:01 AM

6. What role does collaboration play in your editing process, and how do you foster a productive working relationship with authors?

   • 6 answers
   • 83 views
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   • Answer by Emily Lisa T.
   • Monday at 06:42 PM