Tag Archives: Critique Groups

10 Power Tips for Building a Great Critique Group

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Jenny Hansen

by Jenny Hansen My day job as a software trainer is about building the skills of my co-workers so they can do productive work. And you know what I noticed several years back? There’s TONS of similarity between my training life … Continue reading →

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Brainstorming: Tips For Getting More Out Of “What if…”

Posted on March 1, 2013 by writersinthestorm

By Sharla Rae Some writers brainstorm on their own, some do it with another writer or a group of writers. My personal favorite is ‘what-ifing’ with my critique group. Along the way I learned a few things. I think the … Continue reading →

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Beta Readers – Why You Want Them, Why You Need Them

Posted on December 17, 2012 by writersinthestorm

Beta readers bumped my manuscript from okay to publishable. What did these beta readers do?
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Juggling Chainsaws – Writing Two Books at the Same Time

Posted on June 27, 2012 by writersinthestorm

By Laura Drake This is so not something I would ever do. I’m a pantster, and a linear writer to boot. I’m organized – anally so. I want to steep in my book, live it, snuggle up and get close … Continue reading →

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Critique Groups: How To Find Your Dream Team

Posted on October 24, 2011 by writersinthestorm

By Sharla Rae I’m very proud of my critique dream team here at Writers In The Storm. We started out liking each other, but we’re now sisters both in the family sense and as professional writers.  Unfortunately, not all critique … Continue reading →

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10 Power Tips for Critique Groups

Posted on October 19, 2011 by writersinthestorm

We interrupt our regularly scheduled blog for an announcement: Amy Hahn was the lucky commenter who won a copy of Judy Duarte’s new novel, Christmas on Nutcracker Court!  Congrats Amy! Here’s our own Jenny Hansen, starting a new series on … Continue reading →

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