Summary: <br> In this episode we’re going to talk about how to maximize your relationship with your editor. <br> <br> <br> <br> And yes, you already know who it is from the intro, Erin Healy.<br> <br> <br> <br> If you don’t know Erin, let me give you a quick rundown.<br> <br> <br> <br> * My editor. * Four of my five Christy wins came from books Erin edited. * Ted Dekker’s long-time editor.* AND … is a bestselling author for her own books.* So she’s one of those rare folks who truly understands publishing from both sides, as an editor, but also as an author.* Freelance editor who works with indie authors and trad authors.* Seventeen years ago … put up her website, has never had time … she’s that good.* And has become a dear friend<br> <br> <br> <br> Erin, welcome to the show.<br> <br> <br> <br> * Which do you like better? Writing or editing?* We always say the absolute best piece of marketing material authors can develop is an excellent book … because that sells the next book and the back list. And creating an excellent book depends to a great extent on the relationship between the editor and the writer. So talk to us a bit about how to make that relationship sing. What are some must-dos when you start working with a new editor?* Don’t have to be best friends, but do have to have mutual respect* A good editors job is to: * Catch the vision for the book* Match that up with readers* Ask the hard questions* What do you want to make sure you DON’T do?* Don’t rush the process. It takes time. Both macro/line edit take time!* Ask the editor how long it will take on your specific book* What are some things you’re seen done, or have been done to you that were shocking or horrifying or just plain stupid?* How can authors make things easier for their editors?* Do you end up having authors you like working with more than others? Why?* How do you find a great editor?* <a href="https://www.the-efa.org/">Editorial Freelancers Association </a>* How much do personalities clicking play into putting together a great story?* You’ve worked with a lot of best-selling, award winning authors. Have any of them done something innovative with regards to marketing that you admired? * Are you able to take on any new clients currently? * Where can people find out more about you and/or get in touch?<br> <br> <br> <br> Links:<br> <br> <br> <br> * <a href="http://www.erinhealy.com/">Erin’s website</a> Erin Healy dot com* wweditorial@msn.com<br> <br> <br> <br> Featured Patron: David L. Winters<br> <br> <br> <br> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Driver-Confessional-1-David-Winters/dp/099777472X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=driver+confessional&qid=1551825203&s=gateway&sr=8-1">Driver Confessional </a><br> <br> <br> <br> A Christian ride-share driver lands in hot water with the Russian mob. Antonio and his cop brother must solve a murder before it’s too late.<br> <br> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.sabbaticalofthemind.net">www.sabbaticalofthemind.net</a><br> <br> <br> <br> Thank you, David! <br> <br> <br> <br> Sponsor:<br> <br> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.mybooktable.com">MyBookTable</a> is a way to quickly and easily build an online bookstore on your WordPress website. Use it to rank #1 on Google for your book and to boost your book sales on sites like Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Get it free at MyBookTable.com. Novel Marketing Patrons save 25% on MyBookTable Pro. <a href="http://www.mybooktable.com">www.mybooktable.com</a>.<br>
