- Free
You Wrote a Book. Now What?
- Course
- 16 Lessons
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you've typed "The End," are deep in a work-in-progress, or just dreaming of your first novel, this course is for you!
We'll cover the basics of self-editing, understanding beta readers vs. critique partners, explore publishing options, and more!
Contents
Welcome!
What To Expect In This Workshop
HI! I'm Dawn!
Workshop Video
Plan Your Path
Plan Your Path
Take a Moment
Take a Moment
Big Picture Story Revisions
After you've had some space, we're going to start off by looking at Big picture story revisions.
It doesn't matter if you've used too many adverbs or have seven thousand instances of the word, "just" if the story and characters aren't there.
The characters and the plot have to be fixed first before you focus on the details.
Big Picture Story Revisions
Questions for Big Picture Revisions.pdf
Practical Self-Editing Tips
Let's get down to some practical steps you can take after you feel like you have your plot and characters lined up.
Steps for Self-Editing
Beta Readers and Critique Partners
We're going to say that you've done your big picture edits.
You did your self-editing steps and now you're ready to let someone else read it.
You did your self-editing steps and now you're ready to let someone else read it.
Let's chat about Beta Readers and Critique partners.
Beta Readers and Critique Partners
Questions for Beta Readers and Critique Partners.pdf
Paths to Publishing
Okay, so you have done your revisions.
You've implemented all the feedback.
You've implemented all the feedback.
This baby is polished and ready for the world... or is it?
Let's look at two paths to publishing.
Paths to Publishing
Traditional Publishing
Independent or Self-Publishing
How I Can Help!
How Can I Help?
Free Booklet: Seven Layer Story
Thank You!
Thank You!