Ian Scraper (Write'n'Roll)Apr 13

Right now, I’m in the process of revising the first few chapters of the second part of my novel series. I’m using a customised version of @CA_Hawthorne Novel Scan. So far, I’ve been pleasantly surprised by how much more this method helps me get out of the chapters. It’s still too early to discuss the benefits of this method in depth. But even now, I like how it forces you to read a chapter through different lenses.

If you’re not yet familiar with the approach, I recommend the blog post in which Christina introduces the Novel Scan:

https://christinahawthorne.wordpress.com/2025/04/17/exploring-the-self-editing-system-part-1/

By the way: Thank you very much @CA_Hawthorne for taking the trouble to write down your revision process and share it with us.

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How to Write a Teleplay-Podcast-Book Manuscript

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Get your writing started right in 2026 with the Get Started Right Writing Challenge. The sixth day involves a rewriting session.

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On Collaborating With a Child on a Book—A Child Who Used to Be You

ND Stevenson shares his personal story of falling in love with writing, losing that love, and then collaborating with that younger voice.

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How to Work With a Writing Coach

Writing coach Linda G. Hatton breaks down how to work with a writing coach, including how to find one, what questions to ask, and more.
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How to Work With a Writing Coach

Writing coach Linda G. Hatton breaks down how to work with a writing coach, including how to find one, what questions to ask, and more.

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Writing coach Linda G. Hatton breaks down how to work with a writing coach, including how to find one, what questions to ask, and more.

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