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Transform rough manuscripts into polished narratives through strategic developmental editing that strengthens structure, deepens characters, and sharpens the author's vision.
What You Will Learn
- 1 Learn the core principles and stages of developmental editing across fiction and nonfiction
- 2 Understand how to establish productive editor-author relationships and communication workflows
- 3 Apply structural analysis techniques to evaluate plot, argument, and pacing
- 4 Develop methods for deepening character arcs or strengthening thematic arguments
- 5 Build skills in pacing, tension, and narrative flow management
- 6 Learn to craft actionable revision notes and editorial letters
- 7 Understand how to handle sensitive content, author voice, and ethical boundaries
- 8 Apply developmental editing to genre fiction, literary fiction, and memoir
- 9 Apply developmental editing to academic, business, and popular nonfiction
- 10 Build a professional editorial practice with client management and portfolio development
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Developmental Editing Methods