Thursday, March 6, 2008

Tightening Up the Editorial

How do you tighten up your writing?

1. Read your paragraphs. Does one seem longer than the others?

2. Look for unnecessary information. Did you write too much to support a detail? Does the information really pertain to the topic?

3. Sometimes you copy and paste a little too much. You have to read very carefully to make sure you are on target.

4. Make the necessary cuts and explain to me why you made the cuts.

5. Reread the editorial again. You want it just right.

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