Tag Archives: editing

Overuse of That

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Billie Jo Schinnerer

I have been busy the past couple of weeks editing my most recent novel. Every other form of reading and writing has been put on hold. It is not an enjoyable task for me and therefore I find I have … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Foraging

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Billie Jo Schinnerer

Foraging for facts otherwise known as researching is vital to writing a good novel. I like to use the term foraging because when I do research I always feel as though I am feeding my mind. That way even if … Continue reading →

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Thursday Tinkering aka Editing Day

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Billie Jo Schinnerer

I have decided to put aside one day a week to edit my completed novel until it shines. Today is editing day. Why today? Why a Thursday? Well it is as good of day as any. I have started the … Continue reading →

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If you don’t love the character who will?

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Billie Jo Schinnerer

I avoided the editing scene today by turning my attention to my work in progress instead and it was a welcome break. I love my protagonist she starts out so weak and vulnerable and really develops into a strong person … Continue reading →

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