Refining
摘要
A written work undergoes multiple mutations before it reaches the publisher. From the first draft, the work passes through the refining stages, which involve redrafting and revision. It is the writer’s responsibility to ensure that the work is, at the very least, perfected to the writer’s satisfaction. The final draft is a stage in the writing process where the writer experiences a profound sense of satisfaction. They believe that every aspect has been meticulously refined and that no further improvements are possible. This chapter outlines the process of preparing the first draft, the checks to be performed before finalising the initial draft, and elaborates on the refining process. Refining encompasses rewriting and editing, taking the first draft through several iterations on its journey to completion. The chapter enlightens the readers about the essential steps in the refining process.