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Jan 2023
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#83: What Kind Of Editor Do You Need For...

Savannah Gilbo
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In today's episode, we’re going to talk through the different types of editors you might need to work with to get your book ready to publish. Here's a preview of what's included: [01:40] A developmental editor is someone who is concerned with the overall content and structure of your manuscript, and whether or not your story “works.” They focus on things li ... Show More
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