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Edit Pain❓
Something I’ve noticed with many writers: finishing the manuscript feels like the hardest part until the next stage begins: editing, formatting, and finding the right agent. That’s where many authors start feeling overwhelmed. A great story can lose impact if the editing isn’t strong, the formatting isn’t professional, or the right industry guidance isn’t there. Curious about other writers’ experiences here. Which part has been the most challenging for you so far? • Editing the manuscript • Formatting the book for publishing • Finding the right agent • Something else
1 like • Mar 16
Lynn I think you’ve been hacked I’ve had a spam email from someone in America and she’s used your above message as a template. Incredible! I mean the audacity! See below, I’ve pasted it and reported her. Or maybe she’s been hacked too! I’ll report it. Hope you sort it out soon. Hi Jonathan, I came across your book on Amazon recently while looking through KDP titles. Many authors tell me that after publishing, the hardest part isn’t writing the book but getting enough visibility and consistent sales. While studying different books, I noticed a few patterns that seem to help some authors gain more traction. Out of curiosity, has your book been getting the level of readership you expected? ever like, I’d be happy to share a few simple idea
0 likes • Mar 16
Maybe you’re the bot 😂
Where are you currently stuck in your writing journey?
Quick question for everyone here Which part of the writing process challenges you the most right now? A) Starting the manuscript B) Finishing it C) Editing & polishing D) Formatting & publishing E) Marketing & getting reviews I’m curious to see where most writers struggle.
1 like • Feb 13
I suppose ‘A’ purely because I’ve had so many different opening chapters. Even since completing the book.
1 like • Feb 17
@Laura Law have you written a ‘3 Act Structure’ with turning points, risng and falling action etc, and a synopsis? Good luck.
Interiority question
Guys, when you write interiority (thoughts in italics), if the character’s thought is a rhetorical question do you remove the question mark? Or keep it? Thanks 🙏
0 likes • Feb 4
I found this helpful: https://www.georginagreen.co.uk/blog/interiority-in-fiction
1 like • Feb 4
@Lorna Riley thanks, that’s the classic example. But still a good one.
Exercises to flex writing muscles
Hello everyone. Just wondering, do any of you ever do writing exercises? In the past, I've found them fun and useful for freeing up my brain and subconscious etc. I was thinking I should do some, so looking for new ones. Can you recommend any?
1 like • Feb 3
Try writing some flash fiction (250-500 Words) edit the heck out of it then enter a comp!
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Jonathan Mark Bayliss
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Hi, I’m Mark, from Wales. I was shortlisted for the 2024 Marlowe & Christie. I’ve just completed a metafictional, present-day/Cold War thriller.

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