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SUMMARY:PODCAST DROP: Why Self-Editing Matters and How to Strengthen Your Manuscript Before Hiring an Editor
DESCRIPTION:On the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast\, host Howard Lovy talks to Katie Chambers of Beacon Point\, an editing and writing services company\, about what self-editing really means and why it’s a critical step before hiring a professional editor. \nKatie explains her structured\, multi-pass approach\, showing how authors can strengthen their manuscripts\, reduce editing costs\, and make better use of professional feedback. \nThey discuss common self-editing mistakes\, practical techniques authors can apply right away\, the careful use of AI as a tool rather than a shortcut\, and how developing these skills helps writers improve with each book.
URL:https://selfpublishingadvice.org/events/podcast-drop-why-self-editing-matters-and-how-to-strengthen-your-manuscript-before-hiring-an-editor/
LOCATION:ALLi Podcast
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