Focus on chapter-by-chapter flow rather than sentence-level errors.

Now that you know where the story is going, you can go back and make sure your characters feel real, acting with intention rather than just driving the plot forward.

Don't be afraid of the drafts. Whether you are a dedicated plotter or a "pants-er," the third draft is your chance to turn your story into something truly magical.

As many author communities on Instagram remind us, "You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great". How to Make Draft 3 Easier: Take a Break: Step away from the manuscript for a week.

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