{"title":"Sara Grant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSara Grant\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful and practical guidance for writers seeking to refine their craft. Her works focus on the art of editing, providing clear, structured advice that helps authors transform their manuscripts into polished narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for both new and experienced writers, her books serve as essential references for navigating the complexities of revision. Readers can expect thoughtful strategies that combine creativity with discipline, making the editing process more approachable and effective.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-ultimate-guide-to-editing-your-novel-by-sara-grant-9781399418867","title":"The Ultimate Guide to Editing Your Novel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to creating children’s and YA fiction, there is often a focus on how to start and write until you reach an ending. But what happens when you have a finished manuscript of hundreds of pages? How do you transform your rough draft into a publishable one?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpert author, editor, mentor, and lecturer \u003cb\u003eSara Grant\u003c\/b\u003e provides the answer through a systematic approach to editing. Her step-by-step guide demystifies the process of preparing a manuscript for submission to agents and publishers, or for those self-publishing. It is a lifeline for new writers and those intimidated by the world of publishing; for more experienced writers, it is an invaluable diagnostic tool to dip in and out of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis practical workbook includes exercises and examples for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterrogating your idea\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnhancing your plot\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScrutinising characters, chapters, and scenes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnalysing sentence and word choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHoning your unique voice\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWriting with sensitivity for young readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnd finally, polishing your manuscript for submission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to Editing Your Novel\u003c\/i\u003e by Sara Grant is an essential resource for anyone serious about revising and improving their writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47773187670252,"sku":"9781399418867","price":38.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781399418867-the-ultimate-guide-to-editing-your-novel.jpg?v=1782185134"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sara-grant.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}