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EPISODE · Feb 3, 2026 · 28 MIN

Which Type of Editing Does Your Children’s Book Need? Developmental vs Copy Editing

from Beyond the Book with JoAnn Dickinson · host JoAnn M. Dickinson Author

Developmental editing, line editing, and copy editing all play a crucial role in shaping children’s books, but how do you know which your manuscript needs? In this episode, I sat down with a professional editor who helped develop my first chapter book, Secrets of Hawthorne Manor, to break down each editing stage and how it supports children’s book authors.We explore how editors approach new and seasoned writers, when a manuscript needs deeper story development versus final polishing, and how to prepare your children’s book for publication.htpps://www.carriebturner.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriebturner/_________________________________________LET'S CONNECT:🌐 Website: https://joannmdickinsonauthor.com🔗 All Links: https://linktr.ee/joannmdickinsonauthor#childrensbookauthor #selfpublishing #authortube #editingtips

Developmental editing, line editing, and copy editing all play a crucial role in shaping children’s books, but how do you know which your manuscript needs? In this episode, I sat down with a professional editor who helped develop my first chapter book, Secrets of Hawthorne Manor, to break down each editing stage and how it supports children’s book authors.We explore how editors approach new and seasoned writers, when a manuscript needs deeper story development versus final polishing, and how to prepare your children’s book for publication.htpps://www.carriebturner.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriebturner/_________________________________________LET'S CONNECT:🌐 Website: https://joannmdickinsonauthor.com🔗 All Links: https://linktr.ee/joannmdickinsonauthor#childrensbookauthor #selfpublishing #authortube #editingtips

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