Chapter by Chapter

Another Vape Post – I know, I know. I Must Admit – I’m a Little Surprized

Chapter by Chapter

I just finished editing two chapters of ‘Tomorrow Wendell’ my debut novel and first in the ‘White Dragon Black Series’. I’m sure they will come back to me at least once from my Content Editor, before moving up the line to my Line Editor but this marks, roughly, the half way point.

I love having the two editors, not only does it mean less chance for mistakes to slip by, but I get two different reading- two different views, and minds, analyzing my story.

The work, so far, hasn’t been taxing. My editor flatters me by saying that’s because the story is already good. If that’s true, it is because of my personal editor and my beta-readers – I assure you.

I have been forced to put my creativity to work during the process, however. They aren’t letting anything slide, as it should be, and I feel a responsibility, in turn, to give back as good as I can. I don’t return an edit until I think it is the best I can make it… and sometimes I’m given a chance to improve on that. Amazingly, I manage to even accomplish that goal.

My story is rife with similes and my editor is making me turn them to metaphors – a tricky task to say the least. It really makes me think in new directions and different angles.

I’m not tooting my own horn here- actually I’m waving the banner for my editing team at Xchyler Publishing. They have a great way of encouraging so I want to find the best in myself.

So my opinion – half way through? I would do this again with them in a heart beat and sincerely hope I get to.