Tag: critique

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Critiques Aplenty

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I've been doing a lot of story critiques lately. I see a few different stages of writer because of this, each has pros and cons. Here's what I've observed thus far. There are the one edit writers. All they want is for someone to say they are brilliant and the story is ready to submit.… Continue reading Critiques Aplenty

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Bullies vs. Cheerleaders

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I've been blessed to join a new critique group of amazing ladies. If you are in a critique group you know it can be invaluable in so many ways. I try to have a writing group for each age category I write in if possible. This means I have my picture book pals, my middle… Continue reading Bullies vs. Cheerleaders

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11 Tips for Building a Writing Team

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I talked last week about different types of critique. Check out that post HERE. This week I want to dig in about how to create and maintain a critique group. I saw an interview with a group of writers who've been critiquing for over 15 years and I took notes. These folks were making it… Continue reading 11 Tips for Building a Writing Team

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Jot That Down: A Writer’s Conference in Hindsight

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Like the jitters I get after drinking a Red Bull , there is something special and energizing about being around your tribe of people. My tribe is creatives, specifically writers. This weekend I was blessed to attend a conference and have five hours of time to soak it all up. Carpooling with a dear writing… Continue reading Jot That Down: A Writer’s Conference in Hindsight

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Crickets, Feedback, and Moving Forward

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I've submitted my stories so many places and rarely do I hear more than crickets stuffed inside form rejection letters. The crickets are a bit annoyed but not harmed in the making of this blog post. So you'll understand my delight when a recent rejection returned with feedback! Say what?! Insert happy dance in the… Continue reading Crickets, Feedback, and Moving Forward

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The Chemistry of Critique Partners

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The elusive and rare critique partner. Nearly impossible to find in the wild but possible to create? Let's experiment, can a good beta reader or writer friend become an excellent critique partner? You've heard the old adage to have a friend you must be a friend? Same goes for critique partners. Best place to start is… Continue reading The Chemistry of Critique Partners

Writing

How Writing Groups Can Help You

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Guest Post by Lori M. Myers "I just want to thank..." No, this isn't an Oscar speech. It's a shout out to my writing groups on my book's dedication page. My success and persistence as a writer wouldn't be possible without them. So let me ask you this: Are you shy about sharing your work… Continue reading How Writing Groups Can Help You

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Pick Your Team, Beta Reader Breakdown

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As I enter my final stages of revision for my YA novel my heart is fluttering with excitement and dread. It’s coming to the point where someone else will be reading my words… characters as close as family will be critiqued. Secretly, I think it's flawless. Reality hits cold. What do I do? How do… Continue reading Pick Your Team, Beta Reader Breakdown