Tips on Finding a Critique Group by Cheryl Malandrinos
Since the beginning of my career, I’ve felt critique partners are vital to a writer’s success. My family and friends can tell me they like my story. They might even be able to give me some suggestions on how to improve it to their taste. But they might not be able to provide the right kind of feedback or maybe they are uncomfortable telling me something is downright awful. I’ve been a member of different critique groups for more than a decade. Some have been online or via email. My most recent group meets monthly at our local library. If you’re looking for a critique group, here are some helpful tips: Decide what kind of group is best for you This might be tough at first, especially if you’ve never been part of a critique group. Questions you might ask yourself are: · Would I prefer an online group or a group that meets in person? · Am I looking for a group where we w...