Which of the Six Editors Does Your Story Need?
Birthing a story takes effort and dedication, and your editor is the midwife.
From the nascent idea, to the germinating draft, to the final work of art alive within the world, the process of birthing your story is an organic one. Every writer will experience the process in their own unique way.
Just like with rearing children, the process can be painful, confusing, exhausting… even while being exhilarating, fun, and joyful. And the process is made so much easier by a good editor, someone with the skills and training to help midwife your story into being.
But, which kind of editor does your work need? The answer to that question depends on a variety of factors, including the type of publishing you plan to do.
I cover two topics in this article: what types of editor are there? And, what type of editing do different projects require?
Acquisitions editors
If you’re looking to publish your book through a traditional publishing route (like a publishing house or a magazine), you’ll likely encounter acquisitions editors. These professionals are responsible for acquiring new manuscripts or book projects for their publishing company. When you submit your manuscript, an acquisitions…
