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Have a story you know could change the word, but need help making it great? Looking for an ethical, queer developmental editor of fantasy, romance, and historical fiction? Check out my website to see how I can help you! https://hartboundediting.com/
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December 10, 2025 at 12:11 AM
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Revisiting Gaps & Sticking Points: Story Savvy Self-Editing Episode 46
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November 19, 2025 at 3:36 AM
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In this Episode:
Final checks: fill gaps, resolve placeholders and refine line-level polish
Reliable flagging methods
Immediate wins that improve readability and presentation
How much to tidy before sending to betas and/or a dev editor
Clear signs that itβs time to call the edit done
Final checks: fill gaps, resolve placeholders and refine line-level polish
Reliable flagging methods
Immediate wins that improve readability and presentation
How much to tidy before sending to betas and/or a dev editor
Clear signs that itβs time to call the edit done
November 19, 2025 at 3:36 AM
In this Episode:
Final checks: fill gaps, resolve placeholders and refine line-level polish
Reliable flagging methods
Immediate wins that improve readability and presentation
How much to tidy before sending to betas and/or a dev editor
Clear signs that itβs time to call the edit done
Final checks: fill gaps, resolve placeholders and refine line-level polish
Reliable flagging methods
Immediate wins that improve readability and presentation
How much to tidy before sending to betas and/or a dev editor
Clear signs that itβs time to call the edit done
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November 12, 2025 at 12:08 AM
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Name Consistency & Regulation: Story Savvy Self-Editing Episode 44
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November 4, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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In this episode, we explore self-editing names in fiction, including how to avoid similar character names and balance title vs name usage for clarity and reader immersion.
November 4, 2025 at 11:14 PM
In this episode, we explore self-editing names in fiction, including how to avoid similar character names and balance title vs name usage for clarity and reader immersion.
In this episode we unpack the fine line between clear, effective naming and reader overload. I share how to limit new names per scene, anchor introductions with interpersonal context, and audit place names, titles, and series continuity so your world feels consistent without confusing your reader.
October 30, 2025 at 10:04 PM
In this episode we unpack the fine line between clear, effective naming and reader overload. I share how to limit new names per scene, anchor introductions with interpersonal context, and audit place names, titles, and series continuity so your world feels consistent without confusing your reader.
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Show Donβt Tell: Story Savvy Self-Editing Episode 42
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October 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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In this episode we unpack the fine line between showing and telling, and shares how to spot when description becomes over-showing, how to replace info dumps with natural βjust-in-timeβ information, and how strategic telling can sharpen your storyβs focus.
October 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
In this episode we unpack the fine line between showing and telling, and shares how to spot when description becomes over-showing, how to replace info dumps with natural βjust-in-timeβ information, and how strategic telling can sharpen your storyβs focus.
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Reducing Redundancy: Story Savvy Self-Editing Episode 41
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October 14, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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In this episode:
Β· Checking for Repetition or Redundancy in Self-Editing Polishing
Β· Why You Might Want to Wait Until After Getting Outside Feedback
Β· When Repetition or Redundancy are Actually Helpful in Fiction
Β· Benefits of Reducing Redundancy and Tools for Doing So
Β· Checking for Repetition or Redundancy in Self-Editing Polishing
Β· Why You Might Want to Wait Until After Getting Outside Feedback
Β· When Repetition or Redundancy are Actually Helpful in Fiction
Β· Benefits of Reducing Redundancy and Tools for Doing So
October 14, 2025 at 10:01 PM
In this episode:
Β· Checking for Repetition or Redundancy in Self-Editing Polishing
Β· Why You Might Want to Wait Until After Getting Outside Feedback
Β· When Repetition or Redundancy are Actually Helpful in Fiction
Β· Benefits of Reducing Redundancy and Tools for Doing So
Β· Checking for Repetition or Redundancy in Self-Editing Polishing
Β· Why You Might Want to Wait Until After Getting Outside Feedback
Β· When Repetition or Redundancy are Actually Helpful in Fiction
Β· Benefits of Reducing Redundancy and Tools for Doing So
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Break Week: AI In Writing & Editing: Story Savvy Self-Editing Episode 40
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October 7, 2025 at 11:37 PM
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In this episode of the Story Savvy Series, we explore the complex and often controversial role of AI in modern writing. Rebecca breaks down the differences between generative and assistive AI, and considers their long-term effects on both the creative process and the cultural value of storytelling.
October 7, 2025 at 11:37 PM
In this episode of the Story Savvy Series, we explore the complex and often controversial role of AI in modern writing. Rebecca breaks down the differences between generative and assistive AI, and considers their long-term effects on both the creative process and the cultural value of storytelling.
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Polishing POV, Tense, & Person: Story Savvy Self-Editing Episode 39
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September 30, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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In this episode:
How to identify and fix head hopping
Common tense slips and how to correct them
Best practices for editing dual or multi-POV books
When omniscient narration worksβand when it doesnβt
Why consistency in person, tense, and POV builds reader trust
How to identify and fix head hopping
Common tense slips and how to correct them
Best practices for editing dual or multi-POV books
When omniscient narration worksβand when it doesnβt
Why consistency in person, tense, and POV builds reader trust
September 30, 2025 at 10:17 PM
In this episode:
How to identify and fix head hopping
Common tense slips and how to correct them
Best practices for editing dual or multi-POV books
When omniscient narration worksβand when it doesnβt
Why consistency in person, tense, and POV builds reader trust
How to identify and fix head hopping
Common tense slips and how to correct them
Best practices for editing dual or multi-POV books
When omniscient narration worksβand when it doesnβt
Why consistency in person, tense, and POV builds reader trust
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Dialing Up Uniqueness: Story Savvy Self-Editing Episode 38
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September 23, 2025 at 10:11 PM
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In this episode, we dive into fantasy novel editing and self-editing fiction without losing your voice. Youβll discover practical strategies for spotting flat or overused elements, balancing formula with invention, and embedding small, unique details that make your book more memorable.
September 23, 2025 at 10:10 PM
In this episode, we dive into fantasy novel editing and self-editing fiction without losing your voice. Youβll discover practical strategies for spotting flat or overused elements, balancing formula with invention, and embedding small, unique details that make your book more memorable.
Story Savvy Self-Editing 37: Handling Jumps in Time, Place, & POV
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September 16, 2025 at 10:08 PM
In this episode, we dive into scene-level editing and editing scene flow, unpacking how clarity in transitions impacts focal length in narration and helps in maintaining story momentum.
September 16, 2025 at 10:07 PM
In this episode, we dive into scene-level editing and editing scene flow, unpacking how clarity in transitions impacts focal length in narration and helps in maintaining story momentum.
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September 9, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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We continue to discuss novel structure pacing in our series on self-editing strategies for writers. This time we focus on scene-level editing comparing scene pacing vs global pacing as we discuss writing big moments and small ones.
September 9, 2025 at 9:53 PM
We continue to discuss novel structure pacing in our series on self-editing strategies for writers. This time we focus on scene-level editing comparing scene pacing vs global pacing as we discuss writing big moments and small ones.
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Story Savvy Self-Editing 35: Sensory Immersion - Touch, Smell, & Taste
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September 2, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Today we discuss how to improve your fiction by writing immersive descriptions, sensory writing techniques, and editing descriptive passages for touch, smell, and taste.
September 2, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Today we discuss how to improve your fiction by writing immersive descriptions, sensory writing techniques, and editing descriptive passages for touch, smell, and taste.