
Sign up to save your podcasts
Or
Welcome to Writing While Distracted, the podcast that transforms scattered thoughts into literary brilliance! I'm Brenda Murphy, your NeuroSpicy writing coach. In this episode, we'll delve into the exhilarating world of revisions and editing, the 'fun part' of writing.
Discover how to organize your revision process, from structuring your story and refining your prose to the final proofing stages. I'll share my personal workflow and steps to help you polish your rough drafts into submission-ready manuscripts.
We'll also discuss the vital roles of beta readers, copy editors, line editors, and proofreaders in perfecting your work. Plus, I'll provide tips for staying focused amidst the chaos, especially for those dealing with distraction and mental health issues.
Join us as we navigate the winding roads of creativity and embrace the distractions that fuel our writing. Until next time, keep writing and stay inspired!
Free resources for writers:
https://brendalmurphy.com/resources-for-writers/
Sign up for my newsletter for writers and those who want to be here https://dl.bookfunnel.com/d3lfzojpcl
Show Notes Revisions and Editing
To recap the process, I use to get my rough as hell draft to a finished product to send to an editor, publisher, or out on submission is:
Jane Friedman has a great article on hiring a developmental editor here (https://janefriedman.com/before-you-hire-a-developmental-editor-what-you-need-to-know/) Her newsletter is one of my favorites and always contains helpful information and links.
Welcome to Writing While Distracted, the podcast that transforms scattered thoughts into literary brilliance! I'm Brenda Murphy, your NeuroSpicy writing coach. In this episode, we'll delve into the exhilarating world of revisions and editing, the 'fun part' of writing.
Discover how to organize your revision process, from structuring your story and refining your prose to the final proofing stages. I'll share my personal workflow and steps to help you polish your rough drafts into submission-ready manuscripts.
We'll also discuss the vital roles of beta readers, copy editors, line editors, and proofreaders in perfecting your work. Plus, I'll provide tips for staying focused amidst the chaos, especially for those dealing with distraction and mental health issues.
Join us as we navigate the winding roads of creativity and embrace the distractions that fuel our writing. Until next time, keep writing and stay inspired!
Free resources for writers:
https://brendalmurphy.com/resources-for-writers/
Sign up for my newsletter for writers and those who want to be here https://dl.bookfunnel.com/d3lfzojpcl
Show Notes Revisions and Editing
To recap the process, I use to get my rough as hell draft to a finished product to send to an editor, publisher, or out on submission is:
Jane Friedman has a great article on hiring a developmental editor here (https://janefriedman.com/before-you-hire-a-developmental-editor-what-you-need-to-know/) Her newsletter is one of my favorites and always contains helpful information and links.