Welcome back CEO to the CEO Author Podcast!
I love this subject. All about editing. Editing is the longest and most tedious part of the publishing process. Editing takes time and so much patience.
As a Publisher I want to advise you to hire your editor from Linkedin, check your network or maybe even upwork but please do not skip this process and self-edit your book like I did in my 2016 release From Felon to Favor. It was horrible but I am a better writer in 2023.
Let’s talk about the different types of edits
Developmental Editing: This type of editing focuses on the overall structure, content, and organization of the book. A developmental editor helps shape the book’s concept, ensures coherence and logical flow, provides feedback on plot, characters, and themes (for fiction), or offers guidance on structure and argumentation (for non-fiction).
Copyediting: Copyediting focuses on the language and style of the writing. It involves checking and correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, and consistency. Copyeditors also look for clarity, coherence, and readability, making suggestions to improve sentence structure, word choice, and overall writing quality.
Line Editing: Line editing is a more detailed form of editing that focuses on improving the prose and writing style at the sentence and paragraph level. Line editors pay attention to sentence structure, word choice, clarity, and flow. They often provide suggestions for rephrasing or restructuring sentences to enhance readability and engagement.
Proofreading: Proofreading is the final stage of editing before publication. It involves a thorough review of the manuscript to catch any remaining errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, or formatting. Proofreaders ensure consistency and accuracy and make minor adjustments to ensure a polished final product.
Make sure that all of your work is edited. You want to put out your best work.
