Working With An Editor Who Is Compatible

Hello readers and fellow writers. I received my book back from my editor and have been working really hard on fixing it before getting it back to him. This is the first time that I have worked with an editor and it has been a pleasant experience. He has very valid points to the mistakes. As he had said about his own work, and I quote, "My book, once completed, is perfect until it reaches my editors hands." As much as we want to believe that we can go self-publish without editing, it's never a good idea. Trust me, I know. I've done it with my first two books and haven't had much success with them. Looking back, I wish I would have found a compatible editor to look it over. However, I have learned from my mistakes. I know that editors are pricey, but you do whatever it takes if you want to succeed. Maybe you can find an editor who will accept payments. I don't, by any means, have a lot of money. Therefore, I am glad to have found an editor who works with me. It's not only about the prices, but one who is compatible with your needs. You have to find one who believes in your work as much as you do and I've found one who does. Sometimes you can find one in a writers group that you've joined (as I have). Make sure it's not someone who can be honest about your work, but one who wants to see you succeed as much as you want to. Good luck!