How To Edit A Rough Draft || My Editing Process

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  • @jasonbrazier2864
    @jasonbrazier2864 Рік тому +39

    28 novels ..... just take in what an accomplishment that. congratulations!

  • @AlexVeeGee
    @AlexVeeGee Рік тому +44

    Absolutely LOVE your How to Plot a Novel series! It was a total game changer for me, and I can't thank you enough! I still watch those videos regularly, haha. I would love a new and updated version. 🙏😍

    • @reneestrength23
      @reneestrength23 Рік тому +4

      I would agree, I would love to see an updated one!!!

    • @literalbri3202
      @literalbri3202 Рік тому +1

      I'd also love to see an updated version!

  • @amandasibilia572
    @amandasibilia572 Рік тому +7

    Omgosh, yes to an updated version of how to plot your novel. I love the series as it is but it’s always so fun to hear about your writing process, Sarra. Congratulations on your 28th book!! You are an inspiration for me. 🌞 🌈 🦄

  • @keltavuokko
    @keltavuokko Рік тому +1

    A thought that popped up when you mentioned text to speech services, and this is about any service online where you'd upload your text (be particularly careful if the service is free): always read the terms of service etc. How long they will keep your text, what they will do with it, what you give permissions for by accepting the terms, etc. Just a reminder for everyone. :) Thank you Sarra for another great video!

  • @cherylfish8931
    @cherylfish8931 Рік тому +12

    Sarra, I am love seeing you so enthusiastic and happy about writing again. Congratulations on finishing the first draft of you new book :). I would love to see a new plotting series, and maybe add in a few tips on multiple POV. There is so little information on writing a novel with multiple POV's and you do it so well.

  • @WritterElenaNicole
    @WritterElenaNicole Рік тому +2

    I would absolutely love an undated version of your Plot Your Novel! Pretty much every time I start a new book or when I’m brainstorming a novel I go back to your workbook!

  • @staceyshillingburg7966
    @staceyshillingburg7966 Рік тому +14

    I'm not sure if this would be enough for a video series but I would love something about pacing and character arc. Also I'm super stoked for your editing vlogs. Editing is scary and can be overwhelming but seeing different approaches is helpful. Thanks Sarra!

    • @kokoro_flow
      @kokoro_flow Рік тому +2

      Yes! Pacing & Character Arc are kinda tricky for me, too.

    • @angelabublitz5912
      @angelabublitz5912 Рік тому

      Character Arcs! Yes, please

  • @Karina-cp9zs
    @Karina-cp9zs Рік тому +7

    Yay, this is in time, because I'm finishing my rough draft now!

  • @angelabublitz5912
    @angelabublitz5912 Рік тому +2

    I love your Plot Your Novel series, but I am 100% here for an updated version!

  • @KHWriting
    @KHWriting Рік тому +5

    Congrats again! I would absolutely love updated video series on Plotting Your Novel, with a video focused on a novel in the middle of a series and not the first book as a great addition. I liked all the ideas you mentioned in this video for videos. All your teaching videos are so helpful, so I'm always eager to sit in your virtual UA-cam classroom.😂 I've just started my draft, so when I'm done I'll see if I need to go through each of these steps too. 😅

    • @HeartBreathings
      @HeartBreathings  Рік тому +2

      Such a good idea! It's so hard to find information on how a sequel or series is structured!

  • @janealizee
    @janealizee Рік тому +12

    I'm so happy for you Sarra, congrats on the rough draft! You really deserve the world

  • @authormaryalight
    @authormaryalight Рік тому +2

    First of all; you look astonishing! Second; thank you for this video, it's was just what I needed to get me out the edit-block, turns out, there isn't just a writers block.

    • @HeartBreathings
      @HeartBreathings  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much! And yes, you're right about that! I think edits can be tough to figure out sometimes!

  • @avrilobnubile
    @avrilobnubile Рік тому +8

    your videos have become my happy place these past few weeks, I appreciate your passion and advices so much! I'm currently drafting the second book in a trilogy, which can be daunting but thanks to you, I've solidified my outline and have been feeling more confident about the whole process. congratulations on finishing this rough draft 🥰 I hope you have a beautiful week

  • @fayliddel
    @fayliddel Рік тому +1

    Yes yes yes to all the update videos, especially the beta reader one! You are literally a god send! Your videos are amazing and you have inspired so many people. Keep smashing it! ❤

  • @AccessMentorTips
    @AccessMentorTips Рік тому

    I LOVE everything you do, but a new series on How to Plot a Novel would be amazing!

  • @LoganSchwartz
    @LoganSchwartz Рік тому

    Oh my gosh, yes! An updated plotting series would be wonderful. I've gone through and watched that playlist so many times now. Any time I start to doubt myself on my writing, I like to listen along to your advice and sort of refresh. Thanks again for all the wonderful information you've released for free. :D

  • @jenller
    @jenller Рік тому +2

    I got 2 rough drafts waiting for me to edit, i needed this video!

  • @marleynh7001
    @marleynh7001 Рік тому +5

    Thank you my queen 👸🏽 You ARE the teacher of writing!!! I love everything you are willing to share with us and to teach us. I'm here for it all. ❤

  • @shelbyanderson3304
    @shelbyanderson3304 Рік тому +1

    I love watching these, and I’m so excited for the vlogs!! (But yes, I would be ecstatic for a plot your novel update)

  • @sapphiresquire
    @sapphiresquire Рік тому

    This video made me realize that my brain is trying to be in edit-fix-it mode while I'm working on the zero/first drafts! Very helpful - just gotta keep telling myself it's not time for that yet.

  • @bethcox3226
    @bethcox3226 Рік тому +3

    Thanka so much for this look into your editing process. An updated look at your plotting and writing process would be great!

  • @sarah_c_brody
    @sarah_c_brody Рік тому +2

    Thank you for this. I'm right in the middle of editing so this was very helpful. I'd love to see an update of your plotting method and more about betas.

  • @releko10
    @releko10 Рік тому

    I’d love an updated Plot Your Novel series! I enjoyed your original one and it would be cool to see how your process has evolved!

  • @agingaudaciously
    @agingaudaciously Рік тому

    This has been sooooo helpful. I've been so stuck after finishing my first draft, this gives me a starting point, something I've been overwhelmed with! And, I would love an updated series on plotting etc. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

  • @msmwriter
    @msmwriter Рік тому +1

    Writing the book is daunting, but editing seems even more daunting. I like the way you make the entire process fun, and that's how I plan to look at it. I would love an updated version of how to plot your novel, and really, any and all videos about writing. I'm always rewatching your old videos. 😊
    I had mentioned previously that I was working on my new study (writing/reading room). It's finished! I posted about it in the Heartbreathings Community, with a link to my UA-cam and the video I made. I'm so excited and happy in my soul to have a dedicated space for my passions in life.

    • @HeartBreathings
      @HeartBreathings  Рік тому

      That's so exciting! Can't wait to take a look at your space.

  • @hopeberryhomestead
    @hopeberryhomestead Рік тому +1

    Yes please absolutely would love to see the new notebook and all the things you are using.

  • @mel_9346
    @mel_9346 Рік тому +1

    I've just discovered you and I LOVE THIS!!! it has a lot of helpful advice, as you say I don't think I will follow each step but it definitely sparked inspiration for my revision process. Thank you! I would definitely enjoy an updated version of your plotting process since I'm going to outline a new series this June

  • @maryearly3259
    @maryearly3259 Рік тому

    Congradulations on 28 novels. I too would love an updated Plot your novel series! I would also love more vids on writing itself like what you mention, tension, backstory, ect.!!

  • @nohea_robertson
    @nohea_robertson Рік тому

    Yes I would love an updated plotting video! Your videos are so inspiring and I am grateful to be a part of your Hearties group! 😊💕

  • @TraycL
    @TraycL Рік тому +2

    Love this! Looking forward to reading Vanessa Shaw. 🙂 I’d love an updated plotting video as well. 💜

  • @kwgrqog
    @kwgrqog Рік тому +1

    Hey, Sarra! Long time viewer, first time comment. Thank you so much for pouring back into the community. I'm still new to writing, and focus mostly on sci-fi and fantasy. Your videos have been amazingly helpful in getting me started and moving forward. You rock!

    • @HeartBreathings
      @HeartBreathings  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for commenting! And I'm so happy it's been supportive for you!

  • @CanyonHolgate
    @CanyonHolgate Рік тому

    Congratulations on finishing the rough draft of TDOVS! I would love to see an updated version of How to Plot Your Novel. Your videos are amazing & so helpful to me as a new and aspiring author.

  • @katiemaier2782
    @katiemaier2782 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this! I've been kind of struggling starting to edit my first draft. I keep diving straight into the line editing when I need to focus on the developmental stuff. I'm definitely going to map mine out on paper. I think it will really help seeing it all in one place. Right now it's in my head/multiple places online. 😅

  • @carnelias1
    @carnelias1 Рік тому +1

    Yes, I want to love to see updated process, Thanks, ❤

  • @tampagirl7533
    @tampagirl7533 Рік тому

    Loved your video! Yes, please redo all of the videos for editing with the lessons that you’ve learned now after seven more books!!! I will be watching every single one of them and making my notes!! you are such a great teacher and I really appreciate all you do to help us!! ❤

  • @roisinanson24
    @roisinanson24 Рік тому

    Omg yes to the new how to plot your novel, please! Congratulations on completing your 28th novel’s first draft! 🎉

  • @michellem7225
    @michellem7225 Рік тому +1

    Such perfect timing on this video! I finished the rough draft of my first fiction novel a couple of weeks ago and very soon I will be diving into edits. I always value your experience and advice. Yes, I would love an updated version of the Plot Your Novel series!
    I so happy and excited for you Sarra and I’m so glad you are getting your writing spark back. Can’t wait to read this one!

  • @KaceyEzellWriterLife
    @KaceyEzellWriterLife Рік тому

    I literally use your "plot your novel" workbook for every novel/story I start, and have done so for a couple of years now. I LOVE it. I would love an updated version. Thank you so much!

  • @A2Zandeverything
    @A2Zandeverything Рік тому

    I absolutely lost it & cried when you completed your novel in your last vid, was so happy for you. TY for this jam packed tutorial! It's really helpful seeing other peoples process. I am a real visual learner and love to SEE and immerse myself to get a feel for things.

  • @JennatheSoulWriter
    @JennatheSoulWriter Рік тому

    Thank you for this clarity! As always, you are a light in the dark. Thank you!

  • @susanmason8474
    @susanmason8474 Рік тому +1

    So happy to find you! I'd love to see videos on all aspects of your process. Beta readers and finding an editor would be particularly of interest. Thanks!

  • @cindykline9379
    @cindykline9379 Рік тому

    This was great, Sarra. Thank you! Would love to see updated videos on plotting. For me, that's the most difficult part!

  • @mlbullbooks
    @mlbullbooks Рік тому

    Really neat! I like the concept of making a small plot line for a guide. I also love using Naturereader too. So helpful!

  • @cassandraschmidt5759
    @cassandraschmidt5759 Рік тому +1

    This was so helpful! And inspiring! I wrote my first draft two years ago…I can’t believe it’s been THAT long…I loved the creating. But no idea how to “cut my darlings” without a massacre. I have been slowly reading craft books on Editing. To say, I am overwhelmed and stuck is understatement. I am really excited to watch you edit your novel. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.
    I’m always excited to see whatever you put out.
    I would be interested in learning your views on tension and pacing.

    • @cassandraschmidt5759
      @cassandraschmidt5759 Рік тому

      Btw, your hair looks great! I don’t know if you colored it differently or if it’s because it’s straighten, but it’s a good look on you.

  • @jessrogers4227
    @jessrogers4227 Рік тому

    It’s really helpful to hear someone put editing in perspective. The ice sculpture comparison was a wonderful way to look at it…big picture! Thanks for sharing your process. 😊

  • @nadineduerksen6556
    @nadineduerksen6556 Рік тому +2

    yes I would love to see an up dated one.

  • @moretogigi
    @moretogigi Рік тому +2

    I’d love to see more videos on conflict ❤

  • @mizzkain
    @mizzkain Рік тому

    Congrats on finishing this first draft!
    I’d love an updated Plotting series of videos. I’m still working on a draft I’ve had in my brain for about twelve years…. I still haven’t finished it! The muddy middle gets me every time!

  • @johanna5610
    @johanna5610 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this video. Everything about plotting, editing and writing is very welcome. I learn so much from you. I read some of the craftbooks you mentioned, but I learn morefrom your videos. Good luck with your book.

  • @PolkadotSparrow
    @PolkadotSparrow Рік тому +2

    I love how you teach and am forever grateful to you for sharing your knowledge. I follow you like a personal mentor, and it's helped me go for my dreams. Thank you! Video idea? Plotting for multiple POV!

  • @caramullaney2043
    @caramullaney2043 Рік тому

    A really useful and informative video. I love your plot your novel video series and i return to it and rewatch it pretty much every time I'm starting work on a new book. I would love an updated version also.

  • @lexmartin3420
    @lexmartin3420 Рік тому

    I'd love an updated plotting series! The first collection is great, but I'd love to see what you're doing now and how you're incorporating new techniques. Thanks for sharing this with us!

  • @jazzavalon
    @jazzavalon Рік тому

    Thank you so much for this video Sarra! I'm about to dive in the first edits after a zero draft, and this video is so helpful cuz i am now going to make that kind of outline after a reread as my next step, its great to see clearly all the most important points that the story needs and weather you've got them!

  • @gintzudai2979
    @gintzudai2979 Рік тому +1

    So nice to see you feeling energized and happy.😍 This was great - I took notes all throughout the video - and I can't wait to continue this series. Thanks for doing this.🙏

  • @junetakey
    @junetakey Рік тому

    I would love to see an updated version of your process!!😍

  • @olivierlaforge-e5c
    @olivierlaforge-e5c Рік тому

    I would love to have an updated Plot Your Novel series. :)

  • @jenniferadam2258
    @jenniferadam2258 Рік тому

    Huge congratulations on completing the draft! And thanks so much for sharing your process. I love hearing how other authors handle revisions and I always pick up new tricks.😊

  • @thevampirelock
    @thevampirelock Рік тому

    I'd love an updated version of plotting your novel!

  • @JessicaNWheeler
    @JessicaNWheeler Рік тому

    Yes a new series on plotting a novel, also how to plot a series would be great! Also I love Natural Reader I was using it during Jenna's sprints on Friday to listen to what I have so far because I'm doing a writer reset, and I need to regain control of my story.

  • @chelseamcampbell
    @chelseamcampbell Рік тому

    Love this video! You always have such encouraging, insightful things to say. And I wanted to tell you that I only set three writing goals at the beginning of the year, based on what you said in one of your videos, and I've now accomplished all of them and the year isn't even half over! It feels great. Thank you for all that you do!

  • @elizabethdelafield7533
    @elizabethdelafield7533 Рік тому

    Love your videos! I'm happy with anything you're interested in sharing with us!

  • @railandis15
    @railandis15 Рік тому +1

    would love an updated version!!!

  • @heathermarie1322
    @heathermarie1322 Рік тому

    Thank you for this! It's perfect timing for me as I am about to begin editing.

  • @legalgirl1313
    @legalgirl1313 Рік тому

    Excellent example with the ice sculpture 💪💪💓

  • @tonyaroche7733
    @tonyaroche7733 Рік тому

    Thank you for your wonderful videos. I need to watch this again (when I’m not getting interruptions) so I can take better notes. 🙂❤

  • @heatherkirchhoffwritesya
    @heatherkirchhoffwritesya Рік тому

    This was so helpful. I'm definitely going to try this when I start editing my next book. 💚

  • @jamiemassengill5351
    @jamiemassengill5351 Рік тому +1

    I would love to see a video on ARC readers and what their purpose is. I know the purpose of Beta Readers, but when I see authors/writers asking people to sign up for their "ARC Team", I get confused. So, if you could do a video on ARC Readers, their purpose, and ARC Teams, I would appreciate it so much! You have so much wisdom on this stuff, and I just want to thank you for sharing it with us and helping out. Thanks, Sarra! 💜☺️👍🏻🥰

    • @maureenp2248
      @maureenp2248 Рік тому

      ARC readers are people who read the book and post reviews/publicize the book right before it is published.

  • @cl_shaner
    @cl_shaner 10 місяців тому +1

    if you have the time and task blocks... I would absolutely love an updated plot a novel series.

  • @nikkiguerlain
    @nikkiguerlain Рік тому

    Congrats on finishing your novel! ❤❤❤

  • @richards512
    @richards512 Рік тому +2

    You are always so fun and helpful.

  • @thecherrybluehouse
    @thecherrybluehouse Рік тому

    I always look forward to your videos ❤ and can't wait to read TDOVS!

  • @Melissa.88248
    @Melissa.88248 Рік тому

    Fantastic video! I would love to see an updated version. 😀

  • @samanthaspenser457
    @samanthaspenser457 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for this video--it is so helpful! I would love updated videos!!

  • @rayboydstun1626
    @rayboydstun1626 Рік тому +1

    I love organization but I don't have it when writing, editing, translating, etcetera. I just "GO!" 😆🤣I will just write in a notebook. Later when I type from the notebook I will edit it. (In the past I would edit later but I'm different now). I can tell when a chapter begins and ends by "feeling" as the story goes along. I like how you teach what you do.

  • @rachelcarter3357
    @rachelcarter3357 Рік тому

    Your videos have been so helpful for me. Hoping to publish a book this summer and keep writing and publishing after!

  • @melaniemorphy
    @melaniemorphy Рік тому

    I’m starting the plotting process, I’d LOVE to see your process!

  • @kokoro_flow
    @kokoro_flow Рік тому

    This video was timely for me because I'm rewriting my screenplays. I would love to see an updated video series on How To Plot Your Novel, and I'd also like to see the other videos you mentioned you could do (e.g., Tension, Backstory, Conflict, etc). Thank you, Sarra! :D

  • @demiejoanne
    @demiejoanne Рік тому

    Omg. I saw you at my work yesterday and I couldn’t say hi. 😢 I love your videos. You’re one of the reasons I keep writing like i do.😊

  • @ms.bernadetteteacherfortod6519

    Excited about following this. I love to write but big projects seem overwhelming. I would love to have a process that helps me break it down into smaller challenges.

  • @phoenixambrosecchia8421
    @phoenixambrosecchia8421 Рік тому

    would love an updated series!!!

  • @E.M.Luminations
    @E.M.Luminations Рік тому

    Thank you so much for this invaluable advice! I would love an updated plot your novel ❤❤

  • @fungalpanda9781
    @fungalpanda9781 Рік тому

    Needed this so bad! Thank you Sarra :)

  • @tashagaines8458
    @tashagaines8458 9 місяців тому

    So stinking helpful! I finished my first draft during NaNo and I’ve been dreading editing bc it’s a hot mess 😂 Thank you for a visual strategy and a guided direction! ❤❤

  • @Srivastavahn
    @Srivastavahn 6 місяців тому

    This was really helpful. Thanks so much!

  • @caitlinchapman2340
    @caitlinchapman2340 Рік тому

    I would also love and updated version of How to Plot a Novel!!!!!!

  • @nicholewatson8452
    @nicholewatson8452 Рік тому

    I absolutely love these videos and would love more.

  • @nildam.bonilla5849
    @nildam.bonilla5849 Рік тому +1

    Woot motivation for me 😅 I am slowly planning scenes to add to my draft but I'm sure after school is done I'll get more energy for writing as all the end of the year things are draining me😅

  • @CompassBlue
    @CompassBlue Рік тому

    Thanks so much for sharing. You are a wonderful resource. I finished my first draft in January and have had some false starts with editing. I think I’d benefit from laying out my scenes and finding the gaps

  • @SarahHualde
    @SarahHualde Рік тому

    I have watched your plot a novel series before every first draft I've written in the past 4 years. That's over 13 times. Another version would rock 😮 but isn't a must. 😊

  • @big.word.energy8569
    @big.word.energy8569 Рік тому

    I REALLY want more information about your plotting wall! How you do it, the methodology, when you put stuff on it--I've been really curious!

  • @jaynamorrowwrites
    @jaynamorrowwrites Рік тому

    I would love to see your editing process in action!

  • @karentroester148
    @karentroester148 Рік тому

    I would love any updated series of videos.

  • @saritaschaffter2133
    @saritaschaffter2133 Рік тому

    This is helpful as I always struggled with editing. ( I’m unpublished and 25) I have a clear idea of how I want my debut story to end. But the drafting process is different that what I envisioned.

  • @enomisnekal4122
    @enomisnekal4122 Рік тому

    Thank you! I am going to do that plot outline. It clicked with my brain because I'm adding in another POV, and I want to see where it makes sense to insert it. I had been going through and line editing and just adding in scenes and getting frustrated. I was trying to do two things at once.

  • @fralou_sind_kreativ
    @fralou_sind_kreativ Рік тому

    Awesome video! Thank you, Sarra!! I hope that I will find my own way of editing. But your video definitely took the fear off my shoulders. So thanks for that!

  • @jessicagentry6379
    @jessicagentry6379 Рік тому

    Congradulations 🎉

  • @susanbuckminster282
    @susanbuckminster282 Рік тому +1

    Thank you!

  • @lalong9253
    @lalong9253 Рік тому

    Would love to see an actual line edit example from maybe one page or just one paragraph. But of course, no spoilers! LOL

  • @soniarodriguez2072
    @soniarodriguez2072 Рік тому

    You look amazing!

  • @SusyRohrscheib
    @SusyRohrscheib Рік тому +2

    Hi Sarra, great video thanks for sharing! I would love an updated version on how to plot your novel. Also do you have any book recommendations on how to write better descriptions and dialogue? Thanks for sharing 😊

    • @HeartBreathings
      @HeartBreathings  Рік тому +1

      If you look up the "Write Great Fiction" series, there are books dedicated to both dialogue and setting/description that are excellent. The books are older, maybe 10-15 years old, but they are timeless!

    • @SusyRohrscheib
      @SusyRohrscheib Рік тому

      @@HeartBreathings thank you, I looked at the list of videos and I couldn’t find the video named exactly that. Is it worded differently?

    • @kokoro_flow
      @kokoro_flow Рік тому +1

      @@SusyRohrscheib "Write Great Fiction" is a writing craft book series. You can look it up online to see all of those books.

    • @SusyRohrscheib
      @SusyRohrscheib Рік тому

      @@kokoro_flow oh okay, lol i thought it was her videos that she made. Thank you 😊