🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with creativity, writing gets real, and the path to publication is anything but ordinary.

In this episode, hosts Bethany Amanda and Sara Santillan chat with Kate Black, founder of Bitch'n Books Editorial, about the real side of editing — from finding the right editor for your book to understanding what kind of edit your manuscript actually needs.

Whether you’re a first-time author staring down your draft, an indie writer ready to publish, or just wondering what even is a developmental edit, this episode is your new writing handbook. Kate breaks down the entire editorial process with honesty, humor, and heart, and introduces her unique “motivational edit” that might just help you finish that book.

🪄 IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…

📖 From Reader to Editor: How Bitch'n Books Was Born
How Kate’s Bookstagram journey turned into a full-fledged editing business, and why she built her brand around being unapologetically herself.

💥 The “Vibe Check” Philosophy
Why every author deserves an editor who gets their tone, vision, and world, and how a “sample edit” helps you find your perfect creative match.

🧠 Editing 101: What You Actually Need
The difference between developmental, line, copy, and proof edits, and when to use each one in your writing journey.

🔥 Motivational Edits: The Pep Talk Your Draft Needs
The most underrated editorial service you didn’t know existed, designed for writers who feel stuck, need encouragement, or want to reignite their passion for their story.

🌍 Fantasy & Romantasy Challenges
Why worldbuilding often goes wrong, how to balance over- and under-explaining, and what editors really look for in fantasy manuscripts.

💬 Finding the Right Editor Fit
What to ask, when to book, how to compare samples, and the biggest mistakes authors make when hiring an editor.

✏️ Prepping for Your First Edit
Kate’s top 3 must-dos before sending off your draft (spoiler: read it out loud — it’ll change everything).

💡 Industry Advice You’ll Actually Use
How to avoid wasting time and money, set realistic timelines, and know when your book is ready to go from draft to polished masterpiece.

💫 LISTEN IF YOU’RE…

• Writing your first (or fifth) book 🖋️
• Wondering what kind of edit your story needs
• Struggling to finish a manuscript
• Building your author team before self-publishing
• Curious how fantasy editors tackle worldbuilding

🩷 CONNECT WITH US

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📚 Bethany Amanda – @BethanyinFantasyland
🪄 Sara Santillan – @The_Magical_Quill
✍️ Kate from Bitchin’ Editorial – @bitchnbooks | https://www.bitchnbookseditorial.com/

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