Top Ten Errors Writers Make That Editors Hate Video Download

A great idea can hook an agent or a publisher. But ideas are cheap. It's the execution that matters; the execution decides whether your manuscript ends up in the slush pile or on the shelves of a bookstore. The way you develop your idea and bring it to life will not only hook, but also reel in agents and publishers … and ultimately your readers. Editors want you to succeed. They want to discover great new writers and read compelling stories lived by memorable characters. But there are some common mistakes that stand in your way. This illuminating tutorial reveals the ten most frustrating errors writers make, covering such story elements as plot, structure, character, dialogue, and more, as well as general writer's issues like style and voice. Discover the dangers of the forced plot twist and the cardboard character, explore ways to avoid unnatural dialogue, and gather ideas that will boost the interplay between dialogue and narrative while learning strategies to self-edit and fix