Jake Mactire, author of M/M cowboy stories, says to edit, edit and edit again.
Make certain it's in the format the publisher wants prior to submission. Also get a group of beta readers, people who will be honest, and listen to what they say. It can be a bit hard to keep from being defensive at times, but by listening to their viewpoints, you will ultimately have a stronger book.
The final decision is yours as the author, but sometimes you have to cut something you just love but everyone else just hates.
Yes! Listen to your beta readers!
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