The Editor's Half Hour Erin Willard: Copyediting a Series for Fiction
Feb 1, 2023
Erin Willard, a copyeditor, shares insights on editing fictional book series, emphasizing the need for consistency in characters, locations, and descriptions. The discussion covers handling plot holes, providing constructive feedback, and balancing critical editing with enjoyment. Erin also touches on the importance of maintaining sensitivity, collaborative problem-solving with authors, and the efficient workflow of editing multiple manuscripts simultaneously.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Editing a Fiction Series: Creating Consistency and Detail
01:50 • 14min
Editorial Collaboration and Client Service in Problem-solving for Authors
15:47 • 2min
Navigating Sensitivity in Fiction Editing
17:41 • 10min
Effective Evaluation Letters After Editing
27:12 • 8min
Efficient Copyediting Workflow for Series
35:14 • 2min