Welcome to the August Q&A episode! Topics discussed include:

• whether to edit a plot point/twist when writing the rough draft or to wait until editing 5:08
• if I recommend copyediting or a manuscript evaluation for indie authors 8:28
• if you need to build a social media following before querying 12:22
• what to do if you used ChatGPT in writing and want to query or submit to publishers 14:32

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As a book editor, I give lots of feedback to authors on plot, pacing, characters, conflict, worldbuilding, etc. This episode covers 5 common suggestions I've given to clients recently.

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A few weeks ago, I discovered the book I'm just starting to write is very similar to a published book in a different genre. This episode discusses what my thought process was when I discovered this and how I handled it.

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- Click here for ways to work with me + a free character profile template: www.thekatiewolf.com/info - The last Tuesday of the month is a Q&A episode! Submit your questions for me HERE and I'll answer them on the podcast. - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@katiewolfwrites - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiewolfwrites

Welcome to the July Q&A episode! Topics discussed include:

• how I balanced writing with being a first time mom 2:46
• using AI for research 10:01
• handling form rejections when querying 14:34
• average prices for developmental editing 18:49

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There are tons of myths about writing, and in this episode, I debunk 6 of the most common myths I see on social media. ------ - Click here for ways to work with me + a free character profile template: www.thekatiewolf.com/info - The last Tuesday of the month is a Q&A episode! Submit your questions for me HERE and I'll answer them on the podcast. - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@katiewolfwrites - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiewolfwrites

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Welcome to the June Q&A episode! Topics discussed include:

• my favorite podcasts 1:20
• the writing advice that was a turning point for me 3:58
• my typical writing timeline 6:09
• finding your voice as a writer 9:59
• advice for writers who used AI and regret it 15:22
• if a social media following matters before querying 21:43
• what I look for in an agent 23:39
• what takes a book from good to great 26:34

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