By: Jody Hedlund
Recently I
finished the first draft of a new book of a new series. Not counting the
research, the book took me approximately eleven weeks to write. Usually after I
type out the last few words, I expel a deep breath of relief. And then I tell
myself the following 6 things:
1. “Thank God for the editing process.”
In fact, thank God for the MANY edits that the book will undergo in the months
to come including my own self-editing as well as my publisher’s various levels
of editing. Even though I’ve written over 20 previous books, I wouldn’t ever
think about skipping the editing process. I put every single one of my books
through the most stringent and vigorous editing process. In fact, I’ve learned
to be grateful for the feedback that can make my books better.
2. “Wow. I actually made it to the end.”
As I was writing it, I felt the normal mid-book panic and asked myself
questions like: Is the tension strong enough to keep readers' attention? Where
is this story taking me? Will I be able to wrap up the plot believably? I
admit. I second-guess myself and my writing ability with almost every book. So
I feel satisfied at the end when somehow I manage to land the book at the
destination without too much turbulence.
3. “Don’t get too attached to the words.”
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