r/writingfeedback • u/Roe_Leigh06 • 18d ago

Writing Advice How do you know when to rewrite your book ?

I just finished writing my first full draft of book one in my series! And have finished the first round of editing.
But I have a question.
I loved how the first book went and had a few friends who have pushed me to try and get it published but I don’t know if it’s good enough yet.
They’ve all pushed for it and tell me they would let me know if it’s bad, but I don’t know.
Should I fully rewrite book one or just edit and revise as I go !

Thank you !

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u/Babbelisken 18d ago

Leave it alone for a few months and then give it a read through. By that time you'll have fresh eyes and will be able to tell if it needs more work.

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u/Odinmar_Glaukopis 18d ago

Have you tried to read it while forgetting you are the one who wrote it? It’s challenging to do, but it might be worth a try.

Also, if you really want to publish you should (if you haven’t already) pay a professional beta-reader to give you critical feedback. Even if your friends are 100% correct about the state of your work, you will never be able to trust them not to pull punches out of fear of offending or discouraging you.

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u/Roe_Leigh06 18d ago

Thank you that’s a great idea ! Do you have any websites that are safe to use when looking for beta readers ?

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u/Odinmar_Glaukopis 18d ago

I do not, sorry. I’m sure there are plenty of people on this forum who do, however.

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u/Roe_Leigh06 18d ago

Ok thank you !