On Friday, Sept 6 Pens Ablaze writer's group met for the first time at the FireEscape. Here are a few things we talked about:
Good critiquing will sandwich a more negative comment about the writer's work between two good comments, or things you liked about their writing.
Good critiqu-ers will remember that you are not "attacking" the writer, you are focusing on positive suggestions that will help your friend improve their writing.
When you are reading or offering your work to be read do not apologize for your writing. Be proud of what you did!
Although it will be hard to open yourself up to someone "taking apart" your writing, or criticizing your story, try to remember the benefits. Your writing will get better, you'll begin seeing the mistakes you make more regularly and your story will be lovingly improved!
More critiquing tips and suggestions will be posted here and discussed in our next meeting.
Next Friday, please think about bringing something you've written to read aloud. I'll be bringing something too. Don't be afraid! :)
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