The Writer's Toolkit: Using Technology to Write and Edit Better

Making Editing Simple: How Technology Can Streamline Your Process

Editing is where your story truly comes alive—but it’s also the stage that many writers find most intimidating. In this session, Joe (Partnerships Manager at ProWritingAid) will break down what editing really means, when to start, and how to know when you’re done. You’ll learn the difference between developmental editing (big-picture work on plot, characters, and setting) and line editing (clarity, pacing, and word choice), and why order matters.

Joe will also explore how technology can make editing more efficient, accessible, and less overwhelming. From instant feedback on clarity and style to tools that strengthen worldbuilding, pacing, and character development, you’ll discover practical ways to save time and money while sharpening your manuscript. Whether you prefer to keep things hands-on or are open to generative AI, you’ll come away with strategies to use tech as a support system—so you can focus on the parts of your story only you can tell.