How Writers Can Avoid Common Mistakes with Their Manuscripts - video

Author and professional book editor Elaine Ash has helped many writers prepare and polish their manuscripts for submission to agents and publishers. There are three common mistakes that she sees writers making in the process. The first mistake is not being in the right mindset when you sit down to write. The writer's focus must be on creating a great story and getting it down, not on grammar or spelling. Get that first draft done, then focus on editing. Second, pay attention to your structure...