Meet James Scott Bell, Author of Revision and Self-Editing for Publication, 2nd Edition

Author:: Courtney Carpenter
Publish date:: Dec 20, 2012

Whether you are a huge fan of James Scott Bell's books, or are at the point where you are writing a novel, take some time out of your day to learn more about revising your novel from one of the bestselling authors today, James Scott Bell, whose newest book, Revising and Self-Editing for Publication, 2nd Edition, is available for purchase at the Writer's Digest Shop.

Over the next 72 minutes, you'll hear him explain the important components of a novel along with revision techniques and advice.

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