Episode 30: Three Acts of Revision, ACT I, Read

Your first draft is done—congratulations! Now comes the next big challenge: revision. But before you start tinkering with words or rearranging sentences, it's time to step back and see your manuscript the way a reader would. In this first episode of The Three Acts of Revision mini-series, we focus on Act One: Read. You'll learn how to approach your manuscript with fresh eyes, avoid the temptation to edit too soon, and capture the insights you'll need for a powerful rewrite later. Whether you're writing fiction or nonfiction, this approach will help you find both the strengths worth keeping and the gaps that need attention—without judgment, pressure, or overwhelm. CREDITS Cover Image by ChatGPT Theme Music: Together by FSM Team BandcampSwoosh Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Stamp Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay LET'S CONNECT! The Fully Human Writer | https://deborahfroese.substack.com/ ww.youtube.com/@WriteWriterWrite https://bsky.app/profile/deborahfroese.bsky.social www.instagram.com/deborahfroese