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⌈ Secret Post #4378 ⌋

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Comments

Writing Advice

[(Anonymous)]

I know you're not supposed to edit while you write, but I am very indecisive about my WIP's timeline and when my story begins. (It matters.) Should I just force myself to keep going? Or should I take a step back from it until I figure that out?

Re: Writing Advice

[(Anonymous)]

Does that count as 'editing'?

I always thought 'don't edit while you write' meant don't go back and rewrite sentences, check for grammar, stuff like that, and continue on while the ideas flow. AKA don't sweat the small stuff, you can fix it later.

What you're talking about sounds more like a big story revision that would change the outline of the story itself, which you can't fix later.

Re: Writing Advice

[(Anonymous)]

It's not a hard and fast rule. No writing rule is. If it's not working for you, then you don't have to stick to it blindly. When people say not to edit as you write, what they mean is don't get bogged down in editing so that you never finish what you write.

In your case, maybe try writing out several beginnings and see which one is best. Even if it doesn't solve your problem, you'll have a better idea of what doesn't work. Physically writing out the outline of your plot might help organize your thoughts, too.

Re: Writing Advice

[(Anonymous)]

AYRT:
In your case, maybe try writing out several beginnings and see which one is best. Even if it doesn't solve your problem, you'll have a better idea of what doesn't work. Physically writing out the outline of your plot might help organize your thoughts, too.

Thanks! I think I'm going to try the first one.

Re: Writing Advice

[(Anonymous)]

As the anon above said, When people say not to edit as you write, what they mean is don't get bogged down in editing so that you never finish what you write.

Personally, the don't edit as you write rule is one I'm happy to break. I edit and re-read prior scenes ALL THE TIME. Sometimes, I do it because it's more relaxing than writing something new. But for me, it also firmly establishes what has happened in my head. I'll find myself typing something new and thinking 'wait, I had him say a line very similar to that four pages ago' or 'nope, can't do that because it contradicts X.' Editing as I write keeps me familiar with my story, helps me tie the beginning to the end, and helps me avoid plot holes.

Will it help everyone do that? No. But I edit the hell of of stuff as I'm still writing it, and it's fine.