How to Write a Critique
When conducted with honesty, sensitivity and integrity, a good critique is worth so much to a writer. Here are some guidelines to help your group thrive as a positive influence and experience for all your members.
Author: Kathy Steffen
Writing Critique Groups…a Blessing and a Curse!
There is nothing better for your creative writing than finding (or creating) a writing critique group. Having someone else read your work is the perfect way to discover if your novel writing is successful and your story is making it to the page (after all, it’s perfect in your head!) and finding out what works … [Read more…]
Debunking Myths about Writing
Famous writers have excellent writing advice, but don’t let their words grow into myths that block you before you start. Here are some “myths” of writing that are just that. Myths.
Revision Checklist for Compelling Characters
Without compelling characters your book will get tossed aside faster than a vacuous date. What pieces do you need in place? Here’s a checklist for the all-important rewrites.
How to Revise: Six Steps to Story Strength
Any of the following will cause story-strength fail. Fix them and your story will engage your reader through the end of your book and beyond.