The First Draft Pro Blog

We freaking love stories

You do too? Well, well, well. That smells like BFF potential.

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Reverse outlining your novel (as a revision tool)

Reverse outlining your novel: a revolutionary revision tool.
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A structured approach to revision

A structured approach to revising your manuscript for maximum impact.
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5 read-throughs to counteract your inherent biases and polish your masterpiece

Five read-throughs to combat biases and perfect your manuscript.
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What to do if you can't afford an editor for your manuscript

What to do when you can't afford an editor: affordable alternatives.
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Understanding what editors charge (and why it costs that much)

Unraveling the mystery of editing charges: why it costs what it costs.
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Deciding when to work with an editor

When and why to work with a professional editor.
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Questions to ask as you edit your story post-revision

Critical questions to ask during post-revision editing.
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Questions to ask as you revise your first draft

Key questions to ask as you revise your first draft.
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How to reconcile feedback from a beta reader

Reconciling feedback from a beta reader: a step-by-step guide.
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Everything you need to know about working with a beta reader

Working with a beta reader: what you need to know.
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Everything you need to know about editing a war genre manuscript

Editing a war genre manuscript: tips and tricks.
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Everything you need to know about editing a non-fiction manuscript

Non-fiction manuscript editing: a step-by-step guide.