Revising a manuscript is a journey through rough terrain. There are so many mountains to climb—character, plot, pacing, setting—and so many different ways to get through it all. That’s why the Range of Revision covers a big chunk of Looseleaf’s Book Journey Map. [Read more…] about The Range of Revision
Book Journey Map
The Draft Marshes
Drafting a novel is no easy task. A full draft, no matter how messy, is a huge accomplishment. That’s why Full Draft is the first destination on Looseleaf’s Book Journey Map … and why you have to go through the Draft Marshes to get there. [Read more…] about The Draft Marshes
Where Are You in Your Book Journey?
Especially if you’re new to the book-writing process, all the different types of editing and the steps for publication can be confusing. Now there’s a map for that! This map covers the main steps and phases for writing and self-publishing a book. (It also lets you know when to turn off to go the traditional publishing route via querying agents and publishers.) Once you know where you are in your process, it’s easier to get the help you need, whether from a writing group and critique partners or from professional editors and designers.