Tag: Manuscript Edit

  • Common Fiction Writing Mistakes: Part 2 (POV, Cause & Effect, and More)

    Common Fiction Writing Mistakes: Part 2 (POV, Cause & Effect, and More)

    Every writer has blind spots. Some over-describe, some jump POV mid-scene, some repeat favorite words without even noticing – and none of this means you’re a “bad” writer, it just means you’re human. These are all common fiction writing mistakes, some grammar related, that are easy to fix. Inconsistent POV (Head-Hopping) Head-hopping happens when a…

  • What Is A Beta Read? Do I Need One?

    What Is A Beta Read? Do I Need One?

    What is a beta read? Do I need one? Where do I find a beta reader? These are questions I often hear these questions from authors at conferences or in online writer’s groups, and I am here to help answer them. First let’s ask a few questions: If you answered yes to any of these…

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