Oddbean new post about login | logout @f53e7790 The money required to do it, for one. And I'd just really like to feel validated by a professional (agent, editor, publisher) for my work!
@7ccb675f It can be costly. My editor created a package deal for me but editing is still my biggest expense. She is worth it. If I were rich I'd pay her more than she asks 😅. I queried mainly because of cost concerns but then I saw so many querying authors opting to get professional editing beforehand and, honestly, not having to pay for that was the only thing I liked about trad. 🤷♀️ @f53e7790