Novel Writing: Advanced Editing and Revision
Master the art of novel revision with expert guidance on story analysis, manuscript development, and preparation for publication.
Master the art of novel revision with expert guidance on story analysis, manuscript development, and preparation for publication.
Transform your rough draft into a polished manuscript with this comprehensive editing course from UBC's Creative Writing School. Led by bestselling authors, learn essential revision techniques from macro-level story structure to micro-level prose styling. Through expert instruction, author interviews, and practical assignments, develop the critical skills needed for professional manuscript development. Perfect for writers with completed drafts seeking to elevate their work to publication standards and navigate the modern publishing landscape.
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What you'll learn
Master the complete revision process from structural analysis to line editing
Develop effective strategies for managing complex rewrites
Create compelling character arcs and dynamic dialogue
Refine prose style and eliminate common writing problems
Understand how to work effectively with beta readers and feedback
Navigate the publishing industry and submission process
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
Live video
Graded assignments, Group discussions, Weekly assignments
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There are 6 modules in this course
This advanced course focuses on transforming rough drafts into polished manuscripts ready for publication. The curriculum covers comprehensive revision techniques, from macro-level story analysis to micro-level prose editing. Students learn through video lessons, author interviews, and practical assignments, developing essential skills in manuscript development, feedback integration, and industry preparation. Special attention is given to understanding the publishing marketplace and preparing professional submission materials.
Preparing to Rewrite
Module 1
Rewriting Tools: Structure
Module 2
Managing the Rewriting Process
Module 3
Rewriting Tools: Prose Style
Module 4
Working with Feedback
Module 5
Preparing to Submit
Module 6
Fee Structure
Instructors
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Acclaimed Author and Creative Writing Educator
Nancy Lee serves as an Assistant Professor in the Creative Writing Program at the University of British Columbia, bringing her extensive literary accomplishments to her teaching role. Born in Cardiff, Wales to parents of Chinese and Indian descent, she has established herself as a powerful voice in Canadian literature. Her debut collection "Dead Girls" earned widespread acclaim, winning the 2003 VanCity Book Prize and being named Book of the Year by NOW Magazine. Her novel "The Age" and poetry collection "What Hurts Going Down" have further cemented her reputation across international markets, with her works being published in multiple countries including the UK, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands. Beyond her creative work, she has held prestigious positions including Visiting Canadian Fellow at the University of East Anglia and Writer-in-Residence for both the city of Vincennes, France and Historic Joy Kogawa House. As co-creator of the EdX online education series "How to Write a Novel," she continues to shape the next generation of writers while maintaining an active literary career from her home in Steveston, British Columbia, where she lives with her husband, author John Vigna.
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Acclaimed Literary Voice and Creative Writing Mentor
Annabel Lyon serves as an Associate Professor in the Creative Writing Program at the University of British Columbia, where she combines her remarkable literary achievements with her passion for nurturing emerging writers. Her breakthrough novel "The Golden Mean" earned the Rogers Writers' Trust Fiction Prize and achieved the unique distinction of being the only book nominated for all three major Canadian fiction prizes in 2009, while her diverse literary portfolio includes works across multiple genres such as "Oxygen," "The Best Thing for You," "All-Season Edie," "Encore Edie," "The Sweet Girl," and "Consent." At UBC, she co-developed the groundbreaking "How to Write a Novel" online course series with Nancy Lee, sharing her expertise in novel writing fundamentals and emphasizing the importance of structured outlining and consistent writing practices. Her work has been translated into fourteen languages and published internationally, while her contributions to Canadian literature were recognized with the 2015 Engel-Findley award for her body of work. As a Visiting Fellow at the University of East Anglia and an experienced creative writing instructor, she continues to shape the next generation of writers while maintaining her own distinguished literary career.
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