7 trouble spots to fix in the self-editing phase

Posted on April 16, 2020 at 12:38 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

It can be difficult to spot typos or confusing phrases in your own work, but there are certainly steps you can take to strengthen your writing and set your next editor up for success.

Dave Chesson, aka the Kindlepreneur, developed a habit of looking for seven specific flaws in his writing, and it has since made his initial drafts even better.

Those tips, shared on IndieReader, include both mechanical and stylistic advice, so no matter where you struggle, you’re likely to find a helpful addition to your self-editing checklist.