How to turn your messy first draft into something actually worth reading

Have you written a first draft, but have no idea where to start when it comes to revisions? If so, this video is for you. Today I am sharing my revision and editing process, start to finish – how I take a hot mess first draft and turn it into a polished book that I feel confident sharing with the world. So grab a notebook – and that messy manuscript you've been avoiding – and let's get started!

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✨T I M E S T A M P S✨
00:00 Introduction
01:18 The importance of decompression time
02:47 Revising the first draft
06:56 Line editing
08:19 Getting feedback
09:23 Professional edits and proofread
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My name is Abbie Emmons I teach writers how to make their stories matter by harnessing the power and psychology of storytelling, transforming their ideas into a masterpiece, and creating a lifestyle that makes their author dreams come true.

Story isn’t about “what happens” — it’s about how what happens affects and transforms the characters. I believe that there is an exact science (a recipe, if you will) behind a perfect story. And if you know what ingredients you need, you can create your own perfect story with ease and confidence. That’s what we talk about every week on this channel – and if it’s something you’re into, be sure to subscribe and join this community!