Not because I'm horrible at editing (I'm not the best, but I'm not the worst) but because I am going too fast and missing too much in the process. Perhaps if I slowed down I might catch just a few more mistakes.
And I realize, I shouldn't be killing myself editing when it should be a fun process. And a recent interview came to mind. . Just last month I interviewed an author and one of my questions was What is your definition of "Magic"?
And Amber Garza's answer was: Taking something ordinary and turning it into something extraordinary.
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| Where you can find Amber Garza: Blog ~ Facebook ~ Goodreads |
And I lost sight of this. Yesterday (Sunday) I had a really rough day and I didn't edit during the day as I had planned. So Sunday evening when I opened up my manuscript, I remembered this and realized that I just gotta slow down.
I realized that it is better to take a break, than to break the novel.
And now I am back to happily editing.
Wow. I find it so awesome that you found inspiration from an author you interviewed. Glad you got back on track!
ReplyDeleteThank you! The interview was so much fun, and I just loved her answer. I had to share it again! :D
DeleteI second Christine, also, great words of wisdom.
ReplyDelete:D Yes! I also love the simple definition of magic.
DeleteFollowing in preparation for the Blogging from A to Z Challenge in April. Glad to hear about your return of magic.
ReplyDeleteYAY! Thank you. I am so looking forward to the challenge. And thank you.
DeleteLove the quote and YAY I'm glad you're back to being in love with editing. Anything you first loved should never become a chore. Great post!
ReplyDeleteMe too. Thank you!! I agree. Editing, though a lot of work, should always remain fun! :D Thank you!
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