Revising, Rewriting, and the Importance of Critique Partners

Most people never get from, "I've always wanted to write a book." to "I've written a book, so now what do I do?" If you've made the leap, congratulations! You've officially taken the one step many aspiring authors never do: You've finished writing an entire novel.

That's a big deal.

Stop for a moment and appreciate the incredible thing you've just done.

Finished appreciating?

Good.

Now the real work begins.

Contrary to popular belief, writing involves more than just finishing a manuscript, especial...