Developmental Fiction Editing
What is the most common problem I see in manuscripts? Let’s call it character credibility and the domino effect. But before I get to that, let’s check out the more obvious problems I’d be looking at. The more obvious developmental concerns As a developmental editor who deals with fiction, I obviously look at a novel’s […]
While your novel doesn’t have to gallop along at a fast pace, sometimes storytelling gets bogged down and momentum is lost. Too slow and a reader could just give up. Be vigilant of anything that pulls your pace down. Here are 10 ways to improve your novel’s pacing: 1. Slow beginnings and worldbuilding It is […]
I worked with a few new clients in 2022, plus returning clients. It was great to see all the manuscripts – historical fiction, contemporary, thriller, romance, science fiction, and more. One client I’ve been working with is almost finished their first (six book) series of novels. It’s been a great series to work on. Another […]
In a previous post, I wrote about the best way to use Facebook and Instagram ads. How to use Facebook and Instagram ads – IndieCat Editorial Normally, in the world of marketing and advertising, these ads are part of a wider sales funnel. They are not usually sending traffic directly over to a sales page […]