September 23rd, 2019
The Up and Down Sides of Critique Groups: Is There Value in Finding Your Peeps?
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Writing Craft
Critique groups. Something you want to be part of? Or something you don’t? Ask a few seasoned writers, and you’re sure to get some strong opinions. As a writer, editor, and writing coach, here’s mine—
I’m pro critique group all the way.… Read the post
February 16th, 2015
Desperately Seeking Writing Support?
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Blogging Guests | Inspiration
I recently read a blog post titled something to the effect “You Don’t Need Support to Write.” I couldn’t disagree more. Writing in a vacuum, without someone to give you honest feedback, occasionally shake their pompoms in your face or send you emails with lots of exclamation points congratulating you on your latest achievements, is somehow less satisfying.… Read the post
July 17th, 2013
10 Power Tips for Building a Great Critique Group
Posted In:
Critique Groups | Publishing
by Jenny Hansen
My day job as a software trainer is about building the skills of my co-workers so they can do productive work. And you know what I noticed several years back?
There’s TONS of similarity between my training life and my writing life.… Read the post
March 1st, 2013
Brainstorming: Tips For Getting More Out Of "What if..."
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Critique Groups | Writing Craft
By Sharla Rae
Some writers brainstorm on their own, some do it with another writer or a group of writers. My personal favorite is 'what-ifing' with my critique group. Along the way I learned a few things. I think the biggest lesson was that if I walked away disappointed, it was probably my own fault.… Read the post
December 17th, 2012
Beta Readers – Why You Want Them, Why You Need Them
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Critique Groups | Publishing
by Orly Konig-Lopez
Is your manuscript good enough to hook an agent? Make a sale?
If you have the beta stamp of approval it just might be.
And no, I'm not talking about your critique partners.
A critique partner and a beta reader are two very different animals (and honestly, neither should be fluffy and soft.)… Read the post
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