
For this call, you will share a contiguous novel excerpt of less than 10,000 words 48 hours in advance. During the discussion, we will find ways to refine the text at the idea, structure, and execution levels, in keeping with known intent and style. How the excerpt changes what has preceded and what is likely to follow it will be discussed. My engagement with the work will be extensive. This will include editorial suggestions, going right down to the sentence and word level if needed. We will also discuss future pathways for the novel, and whether or not there is a need to deviate from any committed structure or narrative.