Fully Booked EP210: How to Choose the Right Editors for Your Book

In this week’s episode of Fully Booked, we explore one of the most critical decisions in the publishing process: how to choose the right editor for your book. Developmental editor and book coach Sue Toth joins us to explain the different types of editing, how they compare to coaching, when and why professional support is worth the investment, and how to prepare your manuscript before handing it off. Specializing in series editing, Sue offers insight into the unique challenges series present, from tracking character arcs to maintaining continuity across multiple books. She shares practical strategies like starting a series bible early and ensuring your editor has access to it. As she explains, choosing an editor isn't just about skill, but also about compatibility. A strong author-editor relationship can make all the difference in shaping your story into the best version of itself. Whether you're writing your debut novel or managing a multi-book arc, this episode is packed with valuable advice for every stage of the process.   Sue Toth https://suetoth.com/   Hidden Gems Need our help publishing or marketing your book?  https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/author-services/   All episode details and links:  https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/podcast