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What Should You Do When Editing Fiction Writing?

All of the rules discussed in the chapter above apply to this case. Thus in this chapter, we’re not going to cover the same things that we discussed in the previous chapter. The focus of this chapter is to discuss some parts of the editing process that are unique to fiction writing. We are going to apply the same approach for editing: moving from the larger picture and then narrowing things down. Therefore, we are starting with the plot.

Edit the Plot in Your Book You need to start by looking at the structure of the entire book. Think about the plot of your book. Does the structure of the book make sense? Does one chapter flow well into the other? Keep the content in each chapter in mind when you’re thinking about the flow of the chapters. Here are a few questions you should ask yourself when evaluating the plot.

Does the Plot Make Logical Sense?

Your plot has to be coherent and believable. If you have mentioned things that seem far-fetched in the book, make sure that you provide a believable explanation for its existence. This will keep your readers satisfied.

Did I Leave Anything Unanswered in the Plot?

Readers don’t appreciate it when there are a lot of plot holes in a manuscript. Make sure that everything in your book is airtight. Readers should be able to find answers to any questions they have about the plot within the text itself. Question yourself about some details regarding the plot. If you can’t find the answers in the text, then you have to make sure to rewrite certain chapters and include the relevant details with them.

Have I Concluded Every Subplot in the Book?

A lot of times, writers leave some of the subplots in their books unanswered. Make sure to double-check if you have ended every subplot. Provide your readers with some form of closure. If you plan on continuing a subplot into the next book in the series, try to make that clear to your readers. You can do that by leaving things on a cliffhanger.

Is There Enough Conflict in the Plot?

Every good plot must have some level of conflict. This is usually expressed in terms of conflicting ideas on certain topics and beliefs. The conflict is manifested through character actions and dialogue. Your goal at this point is simply to check 50