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I was invited to attend an online writer’s group who meet to discuss their work. I haven’t yet attended, but I wonder how these online writers live through feedback. Writing Tip for Today: While you’re chasing publication, what are some ways to take criticism and live through the feedback? Group Dynamics If you belong to […]
Beta Readers can give great feedback. What about a regular critique group? I’ve heard from writers who are frustrated in trying to find a good working group. Writing Tip for Today: Let’s discuss a few ideas surrounding finding and joining a critique group. Meeting Decorum One important component of good working critique groups (or […]
Since last week’s post on critique groups I’ve heard from writers who are frustrated in trying to find a good working group. Writing Tip for Today: Let’s discuss a few more ideas surrounding finding and joining a critique group. Meeting Decorum How the meeting is run has to be one of the important components of […]
You’re committed to learning the writing craft, and you joined a critique group to further your skills. While a large portion of the feedback you receive may be positive and instructional, it’s quite normal to feel a sting as your peers shred what you thought was a brilliant piece of writing.Writing Tip for Today: How […]
In giving or receiving feedback on your writing, it’s important to learn the elements of good writing. As you practice, you’ll likely graduate from pointing out passive language or “ly” words, to more complex issues. But what about your attitude?Writing Tip for Today: We’ve all experienced harsh or hurtful crits. A group I’ve been in […]
I’ve been asked to help out with critiques at the upcoming Oregon Christian Writers Conference. Critique is equal parts skill and art, and it takes time to get good at it. I’ve been practicing almost twenty years now, but I still have things to learn.Writing Tip for Today: What are some things to consider as you […]