Most fiction writers know they’ll need help at some point, and those planning to publish know that feedback from a professional editor can help them write a successful book. But what kind of editing do you actually need? Do you need developmental editing or a book coach? Copy editing or proofreading? And what about line editing?

It’s a complicated question without a one-size-fits-all answer. So, let’s talk about it.

The answer depends on two factors: your publishing plan and your skill as a writer.

Listen to learn about the different types of editors and how to know which types of feedback you’ll need at each stage in your writing process.

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