Turn an editor on, Turn an editor off

[krisjacen]

So what does it for me?  As an editor?  What can make me want to read your story?  I think what I like to look for is what a lot of editors want to see- don’t think it’s really special.  Are you ready for the secret to getting an editor’s attention?  Here’s the secret….make a good first impression, make it a professional impression.  Yup, that’s it

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turn an editor on, turn an editor off

[tessmackall]

Great post, Kris. Great advice for authors.

One thing I might add is that sending an editor a professionally packaged manuscript--a synopsis and query that follow basic format shows an editor that you've done your homework and that you know the proper way to write a synopsis and query. That your manuscript is worth reading.

The editor will form an opinion of how your manuscript will read from that packaging. And if he/she spots any mistakes or issues within the manuscript itself, the editor is far more likely to be forgiving and think the author capable of fixing the issues too. And therefore, a greater likelihood of contracting the work.

Again, great post and a great way to start my editing day!

Re: turn an editor on, turn an editor off

[krisjacen]

Hey Tess,
Thanks for stopping by. I'm already hip deep in edits for the day and you're just starting? lol
Kris

Re: turn an editor on, turn an editor off

[tessmackall]

Actually, I was up till midnight editing last night--put in a ten hour day--and got started about seven this morning. But will finish this one today and off to the next one. And I'm reading three subs simultaneously. lol Then slap on the need to get down 6K in writing of my own in the next three days too. Busy, but lovin' it for sure. If I'm not busy, I tend to mope. lol

Re: turn an editor on, turn an editor off

[krisjacen]

Ah the glamorous life of an editor. I've come to the conclusion I should stop counting the number of manuscripts I'm editing/formatting or reading for submission. I feel lost when I'm not busy.

Re: turn an editor on, turn an editor off

[tessmackall]

Editing can be very addictive. I get so lost in a story and in refining the ms that I don't even know what is going on around me sometimes. Which is a good thing. lol Tuning out X Box or the latest slasher movie is indeed a blessing. Have a great day!