MARSH MONSTER Receives Finishing Touches

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Today I did another pass through the MARSH MONSTER manuscript in which I did line editing and the adding of what I call "smells and bells." That means I added in descriptive scents and sounds. I am a visual person and, therefore, often don't think about these things.

I am in the process (up to chapter six) of reading it aloud to my two youngest boys. So far, positive feedback. As I read it out loud I am further editing for the sound of the words and catching repetitions.

When I finish the reading I will do a final copy edit and write the glossary before formatting into book form. Meanwhile, I will also work on finishing the cover.