Publisher's Synopsis
Nothing gives a writer a life-high like finishing the first draft of a story- and nothing frustrates a writer more than having to revise and edit that draft. Revision is a Process offers secrets, tips, shortcuts, practical advice, and "cheat sheets" that will enable a writer to go step-by-step through a self-editing process to create a reader-friendly, marketable manuscript. Revision is a Process showcases- ** How using 12 simple steps when revising saves time, energy, and frustration ** How to systematically examine the entire story so nothing is overlooked ** How to examine the plot for what's out of sync and for missing elements ** How to avoid "logic flaws," Freudian slips, and faux pas ** How to use "red flag" words to find bloopers and blunders ** How to diagnose a prologue before keeping or deleting it Every writer believes there has to be an easier way to revise a manuscript. Revision is a Process is the gift you've been waiting for. In its pages is a remarkably easy approach to self-editing that will take the pressure off a daunting task and open the path to success.
