I don't mind the editing part at all. It often allows me to re-evaluate passages and pacing, and make changes that really improve the overall presentation.
I've also been able to add scenes that maybe I decided initially to leave out, in order to clarify a point, fill out a narrative or add dimension to a character. I've redone three of my novels thusly, and they've all come out better for it.
It's also something I can do when I don't have or want a new novel to work on at the moment.
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