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Is a Writers’ Association Right For You?

April 13, 2017

Is a Writers’ Association Right For You?

April 13, 2017

Writer S.E. White is taking a look at the benefits of writers’ associations, which just might be the tool you need to take the next step in your writing career.…

Six Rules that Keep Critique Partnerships Golden

May 10, 2016

Six Rules that Keep Critique Partnerships Golden

May 10, 2016

Please help me welcome author Dee Romito who has a few “rules” to make sure critique partner relationships stay healthy and function as they should. Six Rules that Keep Critique…

Mastering Words: How to Grow as a Writer

April 23, 2015

Mastering Words: How to Grow as a Writer

April 23, 2015

It’s human nature to hide our weaknesses from others, but the hard truth is that if we try to cover up our flaws in writing, it will keep us from…

How to Weather Bad Reviews and Take Criticism

July 1, 2013

How to Weather Bad Reviews and Take Criticism

July 1, 2013

Jennifer Lyne is sharing her thoughts on how to handle book reviews and criticism—a topic she’s well versed in discussing due to her experience as a writer and producer. The…

Using a Critique Checklist (Like This One)

June 19, 2013

Using a Critique Checklist (Like This One)

June 19, 2013

When writers ask me for advice, I emphasize the importance of finding a critique group or partners. These support systems are invaluable for adding the objectivity we lack and helping…

Margie Lawson Immersion Experience

September 4, 2012

Margie Lawson Immersion Experience

September 4, 2012

By Melinda Collins Immersion Master Class with Margie Lawson: The Experience, Takeaways & Lessons Thank you, Angela, for inviting me over today to talk about my recent experience in Colorado…

Time to Leave Your Critique Group?

April 20, 2009

Time to Leave Your Critique Group?

April 20, 2009

In past posts, we’ve looked at the right time to join a critique group, how to evaluate feedback and accept criticism, as well as what makes a critique group work.…

Evaluating Critique Feedback

April 11, 2008

Evaluating Critique Feedback

April 11, 2008

So, you’ve mastered your anxiety and have placed your manuscript into the crittery waters of a new critique group. You wait, compulsively checking your inbox for the feedback to roll…