Monday, October 7, 2013

Shout Out to My CPs!


I just wanted to take the time out today to thank some great fellow writers who have been kind enough to review my latest works. I’ve had some awesome CPs (critique partners) over the past few weeks reading short-stories of mine while others have read my entire novel manuscript. I can’t express how valuable their feedback and suggestions have been during the revision process.

I especially want to thank Rachna, Milo, J.A., Laurel, Emily, Alex, Jim, and Lynda! A bunch of you gave me some great feedback on my short-stories while others of you read anywhere from one chapter to all of my current work-in-progress, Fort Defiance.  Your honesty and insight has helped make my stories better and I can’t thank you enough for that!

So where do you go to get great critique feedback on your writing? Interested in swapping stories? (I always like to reciprocate and read anything for any author who’s reviewing my work). Who are your favorite CPs?  
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  1. Alex J. CavanaughOctober 7, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    A good critique partner is worth his weight in gold!
    I have a couple awesome ones, Rusty and Cassie, who never cease to assist and amuse me.

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  2. Luanne G. SmithOctober 7, 2013 at 1:27 PM

    Probably the best outcome of having a blog has been connecting with my present critique partners. Honest feedback is invaluable for growth as a writer. :))

    Glad you got some great feedback from everyone!!

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    1. MarkOctober 7, 2013 at 4:05 PM

      Yes, amen to that wonderful mix of honesty and inspiration:)

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  3. Nick WilfordOctober 7, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    I couldn't be without my CPs! They're worth their weight in gold for pointing out plot holes, unnecessary adverbs, repetition and numerous other sins. I agree that this community is great for meeting such folk and building working relationships.

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  4. MarkOctober 7, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    It makes me wonder...how did people do all this before blogging and the internet? :)

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  5. Lynda R Young as Elle CardyOctober 7, 2013 at 4:56 PM

    I agree with Luanne. My blog has connected me with some truly awesome critique partners.

    Btw, you made critiquing your work easy since your writing was a pleasure to read.

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    1. MarkOctober 8, 2013 at 8:59 AM

      Thanks Lynda, I hope to be able to return the favor:)

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  6. UnknownOctober 8, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Yay for finding good CPs-- all the best to you on your way to publication!

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  7. MarkOctober 8, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    Thanks, same to you, Julie:)

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  8. Emily R. KingOctober 9, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    It was my pleasure, Mark! You are a great writer! Thanks for the shout out!

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    1. MarkOctober 9, 2013 at 11:38 AM

      Thanks! I look forward to seeing your work in print as well:)

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  9. Jim SchmidtOctober 9, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    It was my pleasure to and privilege to get to read your Fort Defiance chapter Mark! I've tried to be part of a local writer's group and just felt completely out of place...I think your way of sharing/critiquing is wonderful!

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    1. MarkOctober 9, 2013 at 11:38 AM

      Yeah, it takes time to find people with whom you and your writing will be compatible. Always happy to read any of your stuff, Jim:)

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