We have had so many requests from folks looking to find a critique group or partner, that we've added this page.
What is a critique partner? It's someone who reads your work, lets you know what's right with it and what could be better in exchange for you doing the same for them.
It is, in our humble opinion, one of the best things you can do to improve your writing!
If you are looking for a partner or group, please leave a comment explaining your situation and what you think your skill level is and your preference for online vs in person and anything other information someone might need to decide if you're right for them and contact you.
From time to time, we'll clean out the comments section so it doesn't get too bogged down.
We hope this service is helpful to you!
I would be happy to partner with someone or in a group. I write mostly speculative fiction - short stories, mainly. I would prefer mainly online correspondence. Thanks so much for starting this great program!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have someone who doesn't know me to read my work and give me a true opinion. I have one book coming out in December and am having a really hard time with getting my second from my head onto the paper.
ReplyDeleteI would like someone I could meet in person but on line would be ok, too.
Melodie Rakes
Melodieberlin@aol.com
I'd like a partner who writes at a slow pace like me (you know, someone else who over-extends themselves). I write thrillers and mysteries. I'd prefer someone in the same genre. I've been writing for about ten years and would say I'm ready to be promoted to "senior" in my career.
ReplyDeleteRon Estrada
rmestrada@ameritech.net
I'd love to find a critique partner who writes fast-paced, emotionally-charged yet plot-driven technothrillers/supernatural fiction with Christian elements. I've been seriously writing novel-length manuscripts for about a decade and would love to find a like-minded, merciless critique partner. I have had one novel published by a small publisher in 2005 entitled, The Redemption of Reverend Caine, but I am leaning toward a more speculative genre with my current work. I think it was 2005, but I'm bad with time. Good thing some say time doesn't really exist :) I've never had a critique partner, so I'm very excited about the possibility of finding one who gets me and my writing. I prefer online exchanges.
ReplyDeleteMelissa Hart
Melissa.Doelle@gmail.com
MCFWF seeking S/MCFWM/F
ReplyDeleteA married contemporary-fiction writing female is looking for a rough time. Any gender or marital status is fine, but a shared genre is preferred.
Leah C. Morgan
leahcmorgan@juno.com
Hi. I'm looking for a Y.A. Fiction Crit Group. I'm female (sometimes the name throws people off) and am open to either gender, but prefer a shared genre. thanks.
ReplyDeleteRaj Paulus
rkpaulus@gmail.com
aspiring writer of contemporary inspirational romantic suspense series seeks crit partner who is talented at picking apart AND saying well done when necessary. jenna (at) jennavictoria.com
ReplyDeleteI have one suspense novel making the rounds of the CBA. My agent almost had a home for it a few months back until the publisher decided to only take Historical Romance for now. Been writing fiction for six years, reviewed hundreds of novels, maintain an active blog, and write for Fiction Addict. I am leaning toward magical realism in my next novel so I need to partner with someone dedicated to suspense with a mystical flavor.
ReplyDeleteTim George
tegeorge@att.net
www.teGeorge.com
I write cozy mysteries and I've just had my debut novel "Death in Dahlonega" published. I'm working on my second and third on. I feel like I"m a sophomore/junior. I still have a lot of learning to go. When I finish my cozy line I think I would like to try romantic suspense. Not sure yet. It would be great if you could find someone close, but on-line is fine. I live in North GA.
ReplyDeleteDebbie Malone
debbiejeanm at gmail dot com
I need a partner who will keep me writing, who won't tell me what I want to hear, who won't necessarily make me cry but won't necessarily care if they do. I'd like a partner who has published contemporary Christian fiction, who can not only give an opinion but has also fought the fight themselves. In person or online is fine, although I'd think God had some really interesting plans for me if I get a response from anyone near Alamogordo, NM. So... if you're interested: christaleigh78@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI'm nearly finished with my first novel, a contemporary romantic suspense, and will start editing soon. I write and teach nonfiction writing professionally, so the novel length work is a challenge for me. Previously, I've had one novella (historical romance) published, but that was a long time ago. My other unfinished manuscript starts are all historical romance, so this current wip is an experiment for me. I need a partner who will be honest without being brutal and who can communicate via e-mail. I live in Tennessee.
ReplyDeleteDear friend,
DeleteI only just found your post. I figure you may have found someone to pair up with by now, but if you haven't, I'd love to chat. Contact me at robo1224@aol.com, please? Thanks! Happy writing!
I've studied journalism, but I much prefer fiction. My goal is literary fiction. I love writing by Marilynne Robinson, and my favourite authors are also Toni Morrison and Alice Walker. Being fresh is one of my greatest goals. I have written some short stories, about to plunge into a novel, and I need some new eyes to comment give 'deep feedback'... :)
ReplyDeleteIt would have to be online since I'm from South Africa.
zoedyer81@gmail.com
anybody fancy casting a critical eye over a science fiction novel pete-a-johnstone@hotmail.co.uk
ReplyDeletein return i'll be tough but fair and honest