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April 23, 2025 | The Top 5 Writing Mistakes That Can Cost You Publishing Success
When:
April 23, 2025
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Central Time
Where:
United States, Online via Zoom (Register for Zoom Link)
Presenter:
David Lombardino
Description:
You’ve poured your heart into your book—but is it truly ready for publishing success? Many talented writers unknowingly make critical mistakes that weaken their stories, causing them to lose the interest of agents, publishers, and readers.
In this live webinar, David Lombardino, a professional editor with over 15 years of experience, will walk you through the five biggest writing mistakes that prevent manuscripts from standing out—and how to fix them. You’ll learn how to craft a compelling premise, create dynamic character arcs, build tension, and master point of view to keep readers engaged from start to finish.
Through expert insights and live critiques of attendee writing samples, this session will give you the tools to identify and correct weaknesses in your own manuscript—before submitting to agents or self-publishing.
If you want to avoid common pitfalls and make your book as strong as possible, this webinar is for you!
In this live webinar, David Lombardino, a professional editor with over 15 years of experience, will walk you through the five biggest writing mistakes that prevent manuscripts from standing out—and how to fix them. You’ll learn how to craft a compelling premise, create dynamic character arcs, build tension, and master point of view to keep readers engaged from start to finish.
Through expert insights and live critiques of attendee writing samples, this session will give you the tools to identify and correct weaknesses in your own manuscript—before submitting to agents or self-publishing.
If you want to avoid common pitfalls and make your book as strong as possible, this webinar is for you!
What This Webinar Covers:
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A Weak or Uninteresting High-Level Premise – Why a compelling story concept is essential and how to strengthen yours
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Lacking or Underdeveloped Character Arcs – How to craft a protagonist with depth, growth, and emotional impact
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Missing Tension and Mystery – Techniques to keep readers turning the page
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Lack of Action and Conflict – How to ensure your characters are actively driving the story
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Issues in Point of View – Common POV mistakes and how to choose the right perspective for your story
Fee:
FREE
Fine Print
This webinar will not be recorded for future viewing. Please plan to attend live. Recording by attendees—whether via AI technology, screen recording, or other methods—is not permitted.
To maintain a safe and open learning environment, this event may be recorded only with prior notice and consent from all participants.
To maintain a safe and open learning environment, this event may be recorded only with prior notice and consent from all participants.
Questions?
For any questions related to this event, please email events@dlaeditors.com.