Editing isn’t one-size-fits-all. Helen Thornton-Gussy breaks down developmental edits, line edits, copyediting, and proofreading, showing how each step strengthens a manuscript and what to expect from every stage of the process.
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This panel explores how to create memorable and authentic unconventional characters. The discussion focuses on balancing eccentricity with realism while avoiding stereotypes and grounding unusual personalities in emotional truth.
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