I've got over 20 years of experience teaching science fiction and fantasy writing.

Which means I've got a good sense of what most people think about and struggle with when trying to edit and revise their first draft.

Most aspiring sci-fi and fantasy authors believe that editing is a painful process of cutting out all your favorite parts and struggling alone with writer's block.

Sound familiar?

Yet this couldn't be further from the truth.

You might be surprised to discover that what matters about editing is not just fixing grammar, but deepening your story and characters in a supportive community.

Because if we only teach you to polish sentences, your story will end up technically correct but the story may be flat, unengaging, and emotionally barren.

Instead, what matters in editing is learning how to see your story with fresh eyes and enhance what makes it unique. And to deepen your characters.

This is why I'm so passionate about teaching this holistic approach to editing when it comes to sci-fi and fantasy novels. 

A holistic approach is the key to transforming a first draft into a captivating final product. That’s my view!

When you get this skill, everything else falls into place.

Your characters feel vibrant and three-dimensional. Your story world feels lived in and complex.

Editing your story gives you the opportunity to re-vision the scene and enhance sensory details.

When you revise your story and your characters you get the opportunity to re-experience the moment and make sure it evokes the emotions you want it to.

Looking to take your sci-fi or fantasy draft to the next level? 

Here's my advice:

Learn to edit with creativity, not just criticism.