1.
Critical eye
Your primary task is to critique writing.
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2.
Fast reading
Reading is the number-one thing involved in the job.
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3.
Well read
You can't make a good story without knowing what else exists.
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4.
Knowledge of genres
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5.
Instinct for marketability
Publishers want to make money.
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6.
Conflict resolution
Your authors are definitely going to disagree with you.
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7.
Writing abilities
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8.
Teaching abilities
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9.
Interpersonal communication
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10.
Time management
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11.
Creativity
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12.
Passion for books
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13.
Experience working with writers
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14.
Typing
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15.
Computer skills
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16.
Good memory
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17.
Good grammar
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18.
Persuasion
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19.
Clarity
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20.
Good listening
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