Self-Editing for Fiction Writers by Dave King and Renni Browne is a comprehensive guide to editing fiction, focusing on key elements like characterization, dialogue mechanics, point of view, and more. The authors provide practical advice, examples from real books, and exercises to help writers refine their prose and storytelling techniques. The book emphasizes the importance of self-editing in the writing process and offers checklists for writers to apply the techniques to their own manuscripts. With a straightforward writing style and clear explanations, this book serves as a valuable resource for writers looking to improve their craft.
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Hundreds of books have been written on the art of writing. Here at last is a book by two professional editors to teach writers the techniques of the editing trade that turn promising manuscripts into published novels and short stories.
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About the Author:
Renni Browne, once senior editor for William Morrow and other companies, left mainstream publishing in 1980 to found The Editorial Department, a national book-editing company.
Dave King is a contributing editor at Writer's Digest. He also works as an independent editor in his home in rural Ashfield, Massachusetts.
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