Different Stages of Editing

Discover the diverse levels of editing available for authors. Learn when and why each writer engages in which stage of the editorial process.

Explore what happens after developmentally self-editing your story in Storyteller.

Decide when to seek line editing services during your revision process.

Last, investigate the final stages of copyediting and learn what makes proofreading so special.

Basically, we are reviewing the “full” editing journey for authors and editors. It is a dance and not as sequential as you may think!

What are the stages of editing?

• Story Editing – during and after developmental edits
• Content & Line Editing – revising and polishing your manuscript
• Copy Editing – finishing before formatting
• Proofreading – checking before submitting