Some tips on editing

A literary agent has requested a full manuscript of my latest novel, The Forgotten. After I'd finished it and edited it, a few things popped into my mind regarding the 'polishing' process. Being a writer-type, I thought it best to simile-up. This is not a complete list, just a few thoughts. Here's hoping that old hands agree and new writers take heed. Let's hit this...

EDITING IS LIKE...THAT HIDEOUS OUTFIT YOU BOUGHT

We've all done it. The hideous thing I bought once was a sleeveless tight t-sh...