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My Editor is a BEAST!
Yo.
I want to put my editor in my pocket and keep her FOREVER.
Editing is a CRUCIAL part of the writing process. I am so glad I decided to get a professional editor before Lazarus went to print. Basically, I know that the novel is good, but I wanted someone to read it who wasn't black, gay, or in a fraternity. You know, to look at it from a purely literary perspective.
At first, I was scared.
Wait a minute.
I wanted someone to read it who wasn't black, gay, or in a fraternity.
HAHAHAHHAHHA! That's funny to me for some reason. Like those are the only people I know!
Whew!
Anyway, at first I was scared because what if she HATED IT so bad that she couldn't finish reading it! But I knew that wouldn't be the case, because she's a smart cookie and has good taste, ;-)
But I was concerned that maybe she'd think it wasn't literary enough. But you know what? My editor read that thang and made EVERY correction that needed to be made, and made EXCELLENT suggestions to make it even more literary. I skimmed the comments and they are so on point.
Also, the whole time in which she was editing, I think I separated myself from Lazarus to the point where I can revisit it and make the appropriate changes to it. I don't think the changes will be glaring, like all of a sudden Adrian pledges Alpha instead, lol. But they will definitely improve the readability of the novel.
*sigh*
I am happy. Everything is coming together. I survived the editing process. Now all I need is TIME to make the changes. I work every day this week, so it is looking like Saturday will be the big day I make all the edits. Other than MAYBE going to this big holiday expo thingy at the Reeves Center I don't have any plans.
On tomorrow, I should be recieving the proof for my cover. I'm nervous, but hopeful. I have faith in my cover designer.
Okay, shower time!
Posted by Rashid on December 14, 2004 6:51 AM
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hey you..i'm only coming through to be nosey..not like dont talk to you all the time already..*giggle* i cant wait for the book...i want one signed...lol and then we can go up to ny and browse!! hahahaha *love ya*
jb
Commented by jai on December 14, 2004 10:53 AM
Hey Rashid, best of luck on the book. I hope to read it in Feb. BTW my screen name is KristalAllen. (wink) :)
Commented by kristal on December 14, 2004 11:24 PM