Rewrite: reworking elements of the story to make it more immediate and dramatic. For example: adding or cutting characters. Adding or cutting scenes.

Tips on rewriting

1. Don’t attempt to rewrite when you’re tired
2. Don’t attempt to rewrite when you’re in a bad mood
3. Put your work away for a lengthy stretch of time before rewriting to give yourself a fresh eye.
4. Never submit a first draft: writing is rewriting. Not even celebrated authors are perfect on their first go.
5. Read your writing out loud.