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5 Revision Lessons from a Dark Underground Romance
Today's guest post follows Crystal Naldi through five major revisions she made while writing A Man's Fight, a dark underground romance. I especially loved the addition of Patrick's painted nails. Curious what I'm talking about? Read on to discover how that small...
Spellcheck vs Proofreading: What Romance Authors Need to Know
Spellcheck is a useful first step, but it's far from the final one. While it can catch many typos, it can't recognize context, continuity, character consistency, or the subtle issues that affect a reader's experience. That's why polishing a manuscript takes more than...
How to Cut Word Count in a Novel: Smart Editing Tips
Finishing a novel is a huge milestone, but what happens when your word count spirals far beyond industry expectations? If you’ve ever typed “The End” only to realize your manuscript is too long, you’ll relate to this "Behind the Rewrite" guest post from Bruce Conord....