tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post961987014870051885..comments2024-01-02T06:39:28.476-06:00Comments on erica and christy-two moms. two teachers. two writers. one blog.: #10erica and christyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13074820593371226159noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-63952575849159436562010-12-17T23:23:33.958-06:002010-12-17T23:23:33.958-06:00I never posted on open forums. I started with ABNA...I never posted on open forums. I started with ABNA, where I met Erica, and then did writeoncom. There I did get some great feedback, and yes the authors were very nice and helpful.<br /><br />I also was lucky enough to be in a small crit group after ABNA and had wonderfully supportive crtit partners. My last the most helpful... Thanks Josh.<br /><br />Through the blogs I have met some amazing people, two of whom I met here Erica. Your wonderful co-host and and Patty Times, just to name a few.<br /><br />I could vouch for Erica's ctits, they are quite funny and helpful. Especially when you must commit murders...<br /><br />MichaelMichael Di Gesuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17047267262428143113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-8266289389555224772010-12-17T22:53:40.401-06:002010-12-17T22:53:40.401-06:00Agreed then. We'll send to each other (yes, I&...Agreed then. We'll send to each other (yes, I'm agreeing with myself. It's okay.). <br /><br />Seriously, thank you for your feedback. And if you want to send anything to me, send it. I give seriously funny critiques. Also, helpful (no matter the genre). <br /><br />Now, onto the link to my left - Twelve Lovely Man Butts. (Hart's blog link - it's calling to me. Also Matthew's Patronus link. But first. . .)<br /><br />Have you followed the links on our sidebars? You should. They're pretty great.<br />ericaerica and christyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13074820593371226159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-33827164602355889442010-12-17T19:45:25.139-06:002010-12-17T19:45:25.139-06:00The only time I ever did anything was post mine on...The only time I ever did anything was post mine on writeoncon.com this past year. I took the plunge and posted my work in the forums (the first 250 words I think?). I got some great feedback, and everyone on there seemed really nice. Writeoncon happened while I was just starting with blogging/keeping up with blogs so I didn't really know anyone. I am excited for the next one since I know so many more people now.Abby Minardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963640263845561309noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-48637626535102616602010-12-17T15:18:49.021-06:002010-12-17T15:18:49.021-06:00Interesting that most don't! However, when on...Interesting that most don't! However, when one doesn't have a critique group or a partner, I suppose there aren't that many other alternatives when it comes time to get the necessary feedback before querying. <br /><br />I posted at writeoncon. I posted once on Nathan Bransfor'd site, but never really went back. I joined an online critique group formed after writeoncon, called the voice. It's a very nice group of writers, but somewhat large. I think smaller groups may work better because the people can become more familiar with each other and the (full) stories they are critiquing. It might eliminate the fear factor a bit, too. Sharing with those you are comfortable with.<br /><br />How many online forums are there for critiquing work? <br /><br />How did you all find your crit partners/groups? (Oh, I'm in the comments section and not the posting section? Next time then.)<br /><br />Thanks, Erica! Christyerica and christyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13074820593371226159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-72723247980573449092010-12-17T12:58:46.556-06:002010-12-17T12:58:46.556-06:00This is a great question. I don't post on writ...This is a great question. I don't post on writer's forums. The idea has always made me a bit uncomfortable. I can take a critique from the best and worst of them, I'm just leery of posting my work on line. I think for many it does a lot of good though.Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05130733681254163610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-56013452441411622152010-12-17T10:47:14.637-06:002010-12-17T10:47:14.637-06:00Sadly, most of the critique groups I've partic...Sadly, most of the critique groups I've participated in I've had to pay for... but, that was my choice. (writer's workshops, gotham writer's, etc.) I also used to post little snippets of stuff to writing.com - which offered some helpful feedback. But, I agree that sometimes if you just post it anywhere for anyone to access...feedback can be conflicting. And whose advice do you take? Not knowing the critiquers background or genre preference? Still...you need to get your writing out there. I guess it never hurts to try what you can and find the forums that work best for you.Donea Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15393184831994368021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-75089777331193013982010-12-17T10:11:07.214-06:002010-12-17T10:11:07.214-06:00Hi Erica,
That is wonderful that you won that cri...Hi Erica,<br /><br />That is wonderful that you won that critique with Nathan Bransford! Interesting what he said about showing and telling and stilted dialogue. <br /><br />I have never participated in writing forums with my work. However, I did once win a blog contest (with a writing exercise). My prize was a critique with an editor (he read the first five chapters of my novel). It was so exciting and useful!<br /><br />Best of luck with this project. Sounds interesting.<br /><br />LorenaThe Sisterhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09889577041903181315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-35297760956069671052010-12-17T09:55:08.301-06:002010-12-17T09:55:08.301-06:00I don't do forums for that last reason you pos...I don't do forums for that last reason you posted there. People are unnecessarily rude/mean. If you don't want to read it, don't. No need to be a jerk about it. What makes people feel the need to just be ugly? Makes me so furious. No matter how many kind, helpful, wonderful people are out there there are half as many rude, hateful, and crappy people ready to bring you down for no reason. I'll post tidbits on my own blog if I need help with something. I trust people that follow me not to be rude and they never have been!!Colene Murphyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06086195075690893194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-59070363671502088192010-12-17T08:13:48.215-06:002010-12-17T08:13:48.215-06:00I dont think i've done pub forums b4 I just co...I dont think i've done pub forums b4 I just could not handle all of that right now. Sometimes I tell myself to just chill, my personality does not mesh with public reviews and we all have diff routes to publication. I tell myself i dont have to do it all to get published all I do is find what works for me, give it my all and hope for the best.Joanna St. Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06180782095853911283noreply@blogger.com