Thursday Technicalities: Interacting with Your Beta-Reader

Introduction This week, we're still talking about beta-readers and critique partners, but we're going to take a look at the writer's side of the partnership. We've already discussed how to find these valuable partners, why we need them, and what traits to look for. But how can we make the partnership one that's rewarding and… Continue reading Thursday Technicalities: Interacting with Your Beta-Reader

Thursday Technicalities: What to Look for in Beta-Readers and Critiquers

Introduction By now, we've gone over where to find beta-readers or critique partners, and we've discussed their importance. Those are important, but now there's the overwhelming process of selecting a beta-reader or critique partner. If you haven't had much experience with this, you might be asking how you're even supposed to know what a good… Continue reading Thursday Technicalities: What to Look for in Beta-Readers and Critiquers

Thursday Technicalities: Finding Beta-Readers and Critiquers

Introduction Alright, everyone. Last week we talked about our first topic on beta-readers and critiquers: why we need them. This week, we're looking at how to find them. So, let's take a look. Beta-reader and Critiquer Problems Finding yourself beta-readers and critiquers can be tricky. But you definitely need them because they're the ones who… Continue reading Thursday Technicalities: Finding Beta-Readers and Critiquers

Thursday Technicalities: Why Beta-Readers and Critiquers?

Introduction This week is the start of a new section on beta-readers and critiquers. For today, we're going to discuss why you need these special people in your life and looking at your novel. Let's face it. It's easier not to bother with it at all. But that doesn't mean it's better not to bother.… Continue reading Thursday Technicalities: Why Beta-Readers and Critiquers?

Thursday Technicalities – Sorting It Out: Constructive or Destructive?

Introduction We talked about how to find critiquers and beta-readers as well as about how to figure out what kind you need, but let's talk about one last important thing regarding this area before we move on to a new discussion. You have to know how to sort out the constructive feedback you get from… Continue reading Thursday Technicalities – Sorting It Out: Constructive or Destructive?