Fiction Editing Archives - Editors Canada Webinars

Arc of Life: Narrative Arc in Creative Nonfiction

Presenter: Lynne Melcombe

Language: English

Number of sessions: 1

Topics: Editing Specializations , Fiction Editing , Niche Publishing

Level: Introductory

Narrative arc roughly describes the way stories in English-language cultures flow: exposition, inciting incident, rising action, climax, resolution. (Different cultures tell stories in different ways and with different goals. Narrative arc does not apply to storytelling across all cultures.) Creative nonfiction uses the same structure as fiction, but whereas fiction authors create a compelling arc […]

Conscious Language and Copyediting Fiction

Presenter: Amy J. Schneider

Language: English

Number of sessions: 1

Topics: Accessibility , Diversity and Inclusion , Fiction Editing

Level: Introductory

Conscious language is a growing area of interest for editors, and it applies to fiction as well as nonfiction. Language in fiction (in both narration and dialogue) that is sexist, racist, ageist, ableist, homophobic, or transphobic, although it may seek to reflect real life and further the story, can be harmful to readers. At the […]

Immersion Blending: Edits that Mix the Reader’s Mind into the Narrative

Presenter: Molly Topple

Language: English

Number of sessions: 1

Topics: Core Editing Skills , Developmental Editing , Fiction Editing , Freelancing , Teaching , Writing

Level: Introductory

When teaching authors how good fiction works, you can go through elements of writerly craft, and often that’s what they wanted and they’ll go away happy. Sometimes, though, they want more: how craft came to be and the secret mechanics underpinning it. Often, this ends with a recommendation to study psychology, in the hopes that […]

Beyond Once Upon a Time: Intro to Editing Picture Books

Presenter: Laura Bontje

Language: English

Number of sessions: 1

Topics: Editing Specializations , Fiction Editing , Niche Publishing

Level: Introductory

As adults, we may think of children’s picture books as short and simple. Kidlit editors know that they’re anything but. Editing for children is a joyful, engaging niche—but picture books come with editorial considerations that can differ from those in other fields of literature. As an editor and an author, I’ve been on both sides […]

Concordances: Character and Plot

Presenter: Julie Kay-Wallace

Language: English

Number of sessions: 1

Topics: Editing Specializations , Fiction Editing

Level: Introductory

Two years and many books are between Book One and Book Two. You pick up the second book’s manuscript to edit it — and you freeze. Who was that minor character, again? What were we doing? When did Main Character get that scar? That’s one scenario where a good concordance can save you time, headaches […]

Editing Stories in Images

Presenter: Julie Kay-Wallace

Language: English

Number of sessions: 1

Topics: Fiction Editing , Niche Publishing

Level: Introductory

Whether you’re working with scripts, rough sketches, or nearly final art, even the most visual of stories can be aided by an editor’s sharp eye. Learn how to incorporate art directions in your developmental editing, balance text with art in stylistic editing, and proofread with roughs and finished pieces. This course will teach you how to tackle the art portion of an art-based story with confidence.

Series Secrets: How to Edit Sequels and Companion Books

Presenter: Emily Stewart

Language: English

Number of sessions: 2

Topics: Fiction Editing

Level: Introductory

Book series can be lucrative endeavours for indie authors and publishers alike, but they also come with their own challenges. In this two-part webinar, you will learn about how editing a series differs from editing an individual book.

Worldbuilding in Fiction Editing: Theory and Practice

Presenter: Genevieve Clovis and Andrew Hodges

Language: English

Number of sessions: 1

Topics: Developmental Editing , Editing Specializations , Fiction Editing

Level: Introductory

In this webinar, geared towards developmental editors, Andrew Hodges and Genevieve Clovis will guide you through approaches to worldbuilding theory and practice.

Why to Hire an Editor: And What to Expect When You Do

Presenter: Lynne Melcombe

Language: English

Number of sessions: 1

Topics: Core Editing Skills , Fiction Editing

Level: All levels

How do I know if I need an editor? What type of editing do I need? Where can I find an editor? How do I know they’re qualified? If you’re a novice writer, these are only a few of the questions you may be asking yourself. But not to worry, in this webinar Lynne Melcombe will answer all of these questions and more, including how to determine whether you should hire an editor and what to expect when you do.