tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7716443587185617804.post6017135189099273752..comments2023-10-31T11:01:21.161-05:00Comments on *Lynnette Labelle* @Chatterbox Chitchat: Writing Advice from an EditorLynnette Labellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03227593491562480538noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7716443587185617804.post-2689316895414129342011-10-17T09:06:43.312-05:002011-10-17T09:06:43.312-05:00Melissa: Maybe if you're still trying to find...Melissa: Maybe if you're still trying to find your voice, you might want to be careful to not stick with one author or one genre. To say you should avoid reading fiction because it might influence you is crazy. You want to be subtly reminded how fiction is written. If you're not reading it, how will you stay in touch with this part of your muse? Think of it this way, if you learn a second language and don't pratice it, eventually, it becomes harder and harder to speak/write/think in that language. With writing, you need to practice it by writing but also reading what's written.<br /><br />Toyin: Thanks.<br /><br />Marta: You're right. You want to polish your manuscript as best you can, but don't get stuck there. At some point, you have to move on and work on something new. Good luck with your ms.<br /><br />Vera: Great! Thanks.<br /><br />Donna: LOL Start reading and maybe you'll figure out what your genre is.<br /><br />Lynnette Labelle<br />www.labelleseditorialservices.comLynnette Labellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03227593491562480538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7716443587185617804.post-87397876701233032682011-10-15T18:19:30.414-05:002011-10-15T18:19:30.414-05:00Great tips. I've gotten out of the habit of r...Great tips. I've gotten out of the habit of reading in my genre (frankly I'm not sure what that is anymore). I'm planning a blogger break for the express purpose of reading for pleasure.<br /><br />........dholedolorahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08715849844092553699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7716443587185617804.post-37818664173295197982011-10-15T16:03:45.915-05:002011-10-15T16:03:45.915-05:00I just read your blog for the first time. It was v...I just read your blog for the first time. It was very informative. I will definetly come back to read again.<br /><br />VeraAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7716443587185617804.post-21235958087143569422011-10-14T18:20:06.662-05:002011-10-14T18:20:06.662-05:00This is wonderful advice. Thank you! I'm havin...This is wonderful advice. Thank you! I'm having a last read through my manuscript and being very critical. My husband says to let it go, but I know it has to be the best it can be for my readers.Marta Szemikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16100791404636754754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7716443587185617804.post-86647207221580237172011-10-13T13:18:38.856-05:002011-10-13T13:18:38.856-05:00Thank you for the useful advice. I am always readi...Thank you for the useful advice. I am always reading while writing and I have heard two vastly different opinions on this subject. I find that it keeps my mind sharp and in tune with how writers think. The other group believes that you should never read fiction while involved with your own WIP because it could directly or indirectly interfere with your own writing technique and voice. I appreciate all of the wise advice you shared.<br /><br />MelissaMelissa Sugarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16268333458796847721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7716443587185617804.post-69240293426790024622011-10-13T09:30:14.788-05:002011-10-13T09:30:14.788-05:00Kristina and Keisha: Great advice. Thanks.
Katie...Kristina and Keisha: Great advice. Thanks.<br /><br />Katie: I'm glad you liked them.<br /><br />Lynnette Labelle<br />www.labelleseditorialservices.comLynnette Labellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03227593491562480538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7716443587185617804.post-57067800606500232082011-10-12T19:56:57.982-05:002011-10-12T19:56:57.982-05:00These are great suggestions!These are great suggestions!Kate Avery Ellisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16639363051736890588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7716443587185617804.post-33968136795743590552011-10-12T18:49:59.696-05:002011-10-12T18:49:59.696-05:00My only suggestion is finding a great editor.
*Ed...My only suggestion is finding a great editor.<br /><br />*Editor that is willing to negotiate; every person situation is different and also get references and see sample of their edits. <br /><br />*A editor that is tough but also believes in your novel and the strides you make because as a great editor told me, one day you may accomplish one aspect of writing rules and the next you are stumped on something else its part of the journey *wink* <br /><br />* Know that its a relationship built on respect and trust, editing cannot be rushed, publishers, agents will still be around when your book is done, even though you get so anxious and want to query right away, patience is part of the journey that is the first major lesson I learned.Keisha Martin Romance Writerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04075320694648296594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7716443587185617804.post-13543750430448107832011-10-12T12:09:23.759-05:002011-10-12T12:09:23.759-05:00My suggestion - read books on how to edit. There a...My suggestion - read books on how to edit. There are many out there, so choose one that fits your style. Then self-edit, being very critical, before you give your work to anyone else to read. I don't like to waste time, mine or other people's. If you want your readers to read your next novel, give them something polished for their first read.Kristina Stanleyhttp://kristinastanley.netnoreply@blogger.com