The Blue Peak Journal

Writing, Editing &
The Craft

Insights on the editorial process, writing craft, and the road from manuscript to published book.

5 Developmental Editing Mistakes That Quietly Kill Your First Draft

5 Developmental Editing Mistakes That Quietly Kill Your First Draft

Most writers think developmental editing is about fixing plot holes. It's not. Here are the five structural problems editors see in almost every first draft — and how to spot them yourself before you submit.

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