Season 2, Episode 10: The Art of Revision

Writing in the Dark

In this episode of Writing in the Dark, Julia F. Green and Ralph Walker dive deep into the revision process. They discuss the joy of making creative messes, the importance of iterative drafts, and the various methods writers can use to refine their stories.

Julia and Ralph draw from their own experiences and share strategies like using the Revision Machete™️ to excise unnecessary text, shape character arcs, improve pacing, and solidify emotional resonance. They encourage writers to find their own unique processes and experiment with different tools to enhance their storytelling and would love to hear from listeners about their process and what works for them.

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Writing in the Dark is co-hosted by Julia F. Green (Substack, website) and Ralph Walker (Twitter, website) and edited by Aaron Fyler, with cover art by Jarmusch. 



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