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    Finding the Right Editor
    Finding the Right Editor
    Finding the Right Editor
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    Finding the Right Editor

    By Rolly Ongco Pasilan

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    The editor is the unsung conductor in the symphony of narrative; he or she harmonizes ideas and orchestrates words to turn a manuscript from a cacophony of potential into a lyrical beauty. The essential value of hiring an editor for the process of turning a manuscript into a masterpiece is revealed in "Finding the Right Editor."

    Every writer wants to be heard in a world full of voices. In "Finding the Right Editor," the crucial job of the editor is examined in terms of bringing the author's intent to life, polishing prose, and guaranteeing reader-friendly clarity. This book explores the transformational partnership between author and editor, showing how magic occurs when creative brains come together through gripping tales and insightful analysis.

    Editors are the keepers of coherence and builders of literary genius, from the furnace of first drafts to the climax of final revisions. "Finding the Right Editor" demonstrates how an editor's astute eye can take a piece of writing from good to great and presents a strong argument for the indispensable collaboration between authorial vision and editorial refinement.

    This book illustrates the synergy that results when an author's enthusiasm combines with an editor's astute editing skills through real-world examples and testimonies from well-known authors. "Finding the Right Editor" is a tribute to editors' priceless contributions, encouraging writers to acknowledge that every outstanding book had an editor who was instrumental in determining its resonance and impact.

    "Finding the Right Editor" emphasizes the transformational power of editorial assistance and acts as a compass for budding writers looking to make their mark in the literary world. In the process of creating timeless narratives, this book affirms the critical value of employing an editor and honors the unsung heroes of literature. "Finding the Right Editor" is an invitation to authors and readers to see the unnoticed harmony that emerges when a writer entrusts their work to an editor with expertise."

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRolly Ongco Pasilan
    Release dateMar 29, 2024
    ISBN9798223836117
    Finding the Right Editor
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    Rolly Ongco Pasilan

    I taught in public and private schools in the Philippines for thirteen and three years respectively. I’m an author for erotic romance, erotic fantasy, YA, and children’s books. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Education, a Master’s Degree in Teaching Reading and 27 units in a PhD in English language. Aside from writing fantasy novels, I also serve as a ghostwriter and editor for Master’s theses or dissertation. I am a lecturer-adviser in campus journalism and been awarded as the National Champion Coach in Feature writing during the 2014 National Schools Press Conference in Subic, Zambales, Philippines.

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