About Quote by Sarah Dessen
“I'm really happy to have the chance to talk about the editing process. It's something that I think doesn't get the weight it deserves, especially with the rise of self-publishing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on Self‑Publishing, 2023
The editing process is undervalued, yet essential for quality, especially as self‑publishing grows.
In simple terms: Editing matters, even more now.
Key Takeaway
Invest time in editing for better work.
Themes
writing
editing
self‑publishing
quality
process
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- novel drafting
- indie publishing
- book proposals
- marketing materials
Key Concepts
craft
revision
authorial responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How does editing improve reader trust?
- What editing steps can indie authors afford?
A Different Perspective
Self‑publishing can skip editing due to budget, harming credibility.
![“The editing process was a free-for-all, and since I hadn't gone to film [Dream of Life] school or anything like that, I just said, "We'll do this. We'll do that." It was a really great experience that way.” quote by Steven Sebring](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ce7/steven-sebring-14700_dream_the-editing-process-was-a-free-for-all-a_1036321.jpg)
