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Advice for New Writers Part 1: I have a great idea for a book – what should I do next? – Helena Halme

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I just discovered Part 5 of this series and thought I should post a link to Part 1 so that you can read the series from the beginning.

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I must be getting old, because I am often asked for advice about writing by young (and not so young) authors, who are just starting out, and wondering what they should do to get a book out and published. Last week, I was speaking to yet another one. She had an idea for a book, […]

Source: Advice for New Writers Part 1: I have a great idea for a book – what should I do next? – Helena Halme

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What Exactly Does An Editor Do? The Role Has Changed Over Time : NPR

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There are different kinds of editors. There are those that work for publishing houses and shepherd books through the process (if you get selected by them). Then there are those that actually work with authors to improve their books. I am one of the latter and would love to work with you on your next/current book.

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Earlier this year it became clear that Harper Lee had extensively revised To Kill a Mockingbird on the advice of her editor. That made us wonder: How much do editors shape the books we read?

Source: What Exactly Does An Editor Do? The Role Has Changed Over Time : NPR