What Happens After You Hit The End?

What Happens After You Hit The End?

Hitting “The End” on a manuscript is a satisfying moment. But, as I’ve mentioned at least once before, it’s not the end of the work. It’s simply the beginning of a new phase.

I’m just about done with the first draft of the current manuscript. I’m not completely satisfied with the ending, and endings are critical. The first page sells the book. The last page sells the next book. However, for me, the time to get that satisfying ending isn’t at the end of the...