In about a week’s time, I will print out the full first draft of my novel. My red pen will at the ready.
But then what?
Having not seen the first half of the novel for months, I’d like to read the entire thing straight through (as a reader would do) to get a feel for the full flow and rhythm of the story. But I’m also going to want to note down any clear changes that are required as I go along.
Maybe I can just underline or asterisk every amend that I spot – and then come back to make detailed notes later.
Or perhaps I should make proper notes as I go along as it’s important to capture my thoughts immediately. After all, I’m never going to be able to replicate that first read through.
So, my fellow writers… aspiring or pubished… I’ll take any advice you’ve got to chuck at me. Bring it on…
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