Because working with an editor should be delightful, not scary.

Let's be honest. When you start working with an editor for the first time, it can feel a little scary.

You’re sharing your manuscript, the project you’ve worked so hard on, with a stranger on the internet. You’re inviting another person into a process that up until now has been entirely solo.

And you’re entering an industry of professionals that’s probably entirely new to you. What should you expect? And what’s expected of you?

In this episode, I’m demystifying what it’s like to work with an editor. I’m sharing four tips to help you make the most of your time with your editor—even (or especially!) if you’ve never worked with an editor before.

You’ll learn:

• What NOT to do while you wait for your editor’s feedback
• 10+ things you CAN (and maybe should!) do while you wait
• What to do AFTER you get your feedback to move forward with clarity and confidence
• And more!

Your work with your developmental editor can be one of the most rewarding creative partnerships you’ll ever experience. That may sound hyperbolic, but it’s 100% true.

The first step is simply knowing what to expect. And that’s what you’ll learn in this episode.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Check out my manuscript wishlist: alicesudlow.com/wishlist
• Want me to edit your book? Tell me about your book here: alicesudlow.com/contact
• Ep. 66: 4 Tips to Find the Right Editor for Your Novel

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