This is Part 2 of 3 of my Critique Group series. In the first part, I talked about some characteristics (for me) that make a good critique group. I even had the pleasure of author Becky Levine stopping by. If you are starting a group or joining one, you should definitely pick up her book, The Writing and Critique Group Survival Guide. For this second part of the series, I'm going to talk about how I give critique feedback. Giving feedback can differ from writer to writer. Plus, some writers … [Read more...]
Critique Groups
January 20, 2010 Read Comments
This past Saturday, I met with my critique group. I've known most of these writers a good few years and so it was great to see all of them and catch up with them on their work. One of the writers just signed a contract and she brought her LONG editorial letter. Another one is getting her illustrations back for her picture book. There are lot of great things going on with my group. During one of my bookstore browses, I found an interesting craft book, The Writing and Critique Group Survival … [Read more...]
