Seventeen chapters done. I started editing the Servatius era and it looks good except there's quite a bit of overlap with other chapters. The question is, if the content can only be in the book once, where does it go? For example, I have an entire chapter on goals, but his main goals are briefly highlighted in this one because they reflect Lee's thinking. Should I cut them? One of the difficulties is not having certainty on the sequence of the chapters. I have arranged them in what seems to be a logical order. However, an editor may rearrange them. Currently, the history chapters and the hikes preview all the "how to" content. So how much previewing is appropriate?
I really need a sharp editor to read the whole manuscript and make recommendations. That's the advantage of a professional publishing company rather than trying to do it myself. I will not compromise on the quality of this book. I've devoted too much time. All the people who have contributed to and participated in Quest deserve a first rate account of our adventures together.
Another five inches fell overnight and Steve was out snowplowing in bitter wind.
How much longer?
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