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Step 4: Get it edited

A second pair of eyes before anyone else sees your book

Even the cleanest draft benefits from an outside editor — someone who isn't the person who wrote it will always catch things you can't.

AuthorTools services directory

A directory of editing, cover design, and book promotion services. No login needed to browse.

Browse the services directory →

Know an editor who isn't listed? You don't need an account to suggest one — use the form at the bottom of this page. There's no separate "submit a service" flow yet; suggestions land in the same review queue as every other tool suggestion on this guide, and get added to the directory after a quick check.

Once it's edited, move on to Step 5: Get early reviews.


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