Self-Editing vs Hiring an Editor - podcast

Author and editor, Sara Anne Fox, recommends that writers put a book or script away for at least a month before deciding how to go about the editing process. This detachment will assist with the re-write and will allow you to be more objective when you begin editing. If you find that you are struggling with how to move forward at any point, consider hiring a professional editor or consult with people that you trust to give you honest feedback. There are different levels of editing assistance available, but when hired, a good editor will story conference with you and bring in fresh ideas.