When Your Manuscript is Too Long

Is your novel bursting at the seams? Developmental editor Anne Hawley reveals how she cut 100,000 words from her historical novel – and how you can trim your manuscript without losing its heart. Anne shares battle-tested strategies for identifying and eliminating excess content, including: How to know if your manuscript is too long for your genre Four major areas to target for significant cuts Why "killing your darlings" is so emotionally challenging Smart techniques for preserving cut content When to keep your longer manuscript despite industry pressures Plus: Learn why "the reader needs to know this" might be your biggest obstacle to a leaner, stronger story. Whether you're writing fantasy epics or middle-grade fiction, these practical tips will help you craft a manuscript that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. Subscribe to our newsletter: pagesandplatforms.com/subscribe Join the Happily Ever Author Club for more resources: Is your novel bursting at the seams? In this episode, developmental editor Anne Hawley reveals how she cut 100,000 words from her historical novel – and how you can trim your manuscript without losing its heart. Anne shares battle-tested strategies for identifying and eliminating excess content, including: How to know if your manuscript is too long for your genre Four major areas to target for significant cuts Why "killing your darlings" is so emotionally challenging Smart techniques for preserving cut content When to keep your longer manuscript despite industry pressures Plus: Learn why "the reader needs to know this" might be your biggest obstacle to a leaner, stronger story. Whether you're writing fantasy epics or middle-grade fiction, these practical tips will help you craft a manuscript that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. Join the Happily Ever Author Club for more support and resources: storypath.me/hea Subscribe to our newsletter: pagesandplatforms.com/subscribe