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6 Signs That You’re Done Revising Your Novel
Revisions can feel like they're taking forever. How do you know your book is done?
May 11, 20235 min read


Author Mindset: What to do when you're afraid of sharing your writing.
Fear of sharing your writing can hold you back and even prevent you from publishing. So how do you conquer it?
Apr 20, 20234 min read


What's a reverse outline, and how can you use it to revise your novel?
Nope, it's not an outline you write from end to beginning.
Apr 6, 20234 min read


5 Tips for Your First Draft Reread
Rereading the first draft of your novel is the first step to revisions. It's also the first place you may get stuck.
Mar 23, 20234 min read


How to start revising your novel.
It's finally time to start revising your novel! But...where do you start?
Mar 9, 20233 min read


2022 Editing Wrap-Up
It's time once again for the end-of-year editing wrap-up! 2022 brought new clients, new projects, and 502 hours of editing. Check it out!
Dec 28, 20222 min read


Most writing advice is actually revision advice.
Most of the advice for writers you read online is revision advice rather than actual writing advice.
Dec 15, 20225 min read


The Importance of Resting Your Novel
Why does everyone tell you to rest your draft before revising? How long should you rest it? Does it really work?
Dec 2, 20225 min read


Author Mindset: The first draft is for you; the next drafts are for your readers.
This mindset shift can help you with both the first draft and your revisions.
Nov 17, 20224 min read


Is it actually bad to edit as you write?
Common writing advice (even my own) tells you to avoid editing as you write. But is it really that bad to do?
Nov 3, 20224 min read


Is NaNoWriMo right for you?
Trying to decide whether to participate in NaNoWriMo? Here's some things to consider.
Oct 27, 20224 min read


Introducing the Story Sanctum!
The editsbytoni.com newsletter has arrived! Learn what you'll find in the newsletter and why it's called the Story Sanctum.
Oct 4, 20223 min read


Are you a plotter or a pantser? ...Or a plantser?
What's your writing style?
Mar 16, 20225 min read


Ediquette: Can I send my editor my first draft?
First drafts are usually for the writer's eyes only. Or are they?
Mar 9, 20223 min read


The Creative Well
Creativity isn't an unlimited resource. In this post, learn the care and keeping of a healthy creative well.
Mar 2, 20224 min read


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