This week, we're tackling the daunting task of editing your manuscript.

Savannah Gilbo, a certified developmental editor and book coach, and I walk you through how to break down the self-editing process into manageable phases. 

From taking essential breaks to detailed step-by-step strategies, we cover how to transform your messy first draft into a polished gem. 

Tune in to learn all about the different phases of self-editing, common pitfalls to avoid, and tips on when and how to seek outside feedback. 

Let's dive in and make your editing journey smoother and more effective!

00:00 Introduction to Self-Editing Challenges

01:35 How to Self-Edit Your Manuscript

02:51 Mindset and Best Practices

05:22 The Importance of Self-Editing

07:23 Phases of the Self-Editing Process

10:22 Taking a Break Before Self-Editing

12:50 Big Picture Developmental Edit

18:46 Navigating the Messy Middle of Revisions

19:44 Diving Deeper: Scene-Level Edits

24:50 Fine-Tuning Your Pages

28:37 The Final Polish: Grammar and Spelling

31:54 Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

37:30 Embracing Feedback and Staying Open

39:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Editing Resources

Revision Clarity Workbook and Resource Guide

Self-Edit Check List

Guest Bio: Savannah Gilbo is a certified developmental editor and book coach who helps fiction authors write, edit, and publish stories that work. She’s also the host of the top-rated Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast, where she delivers weekly episodes full of simple, actionable, and step-by-step strategies that you can implement in your writing right away. 

Website: https://www.savannahgilbo.com

Podcast: https://www.savannahgilbo.com/podcast

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savannah.gilbo

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