In the process of editing Ohlen's Arrow, my editor and I have come up with some aspects of the plot that still need some tweaking. Prior to this effort I had assumed the plot was more or less settled and the rest was just down to proofreading and mechanical oversight.
It helps to get an outside perspective on your writing. Other people come at a story with a different set of assumptions and preferences. They can see things that the author takes for granted or simply doesn't see at all.
This process of editorial oversight has thrilled me because I know the story will improve as a result. I have no ego in the game. In fact, I'm pleased that the end result will be of even higher quality. In the end, everyone wins, both author and reader.
