And now, a few words from SCBWI-WWA Critique Coordinator Kerri Kokias:
What is a
Critique Group?
Critique Group?
A critique groups
is a group of authors or illustrators who connect regularly, either online or
in person, to share their work and get honest feedback. They give one another
encouragement, share general craft and marketing information, and most
importantly, offer ideas for revision.
is a group of authors or illustrators who connect regularly, either online or
in person, to share their work and get honest feedback. They give one another
encouragement, share general craft and marketing information, and most
importantly, offer ideas for revision.
How do Critique Groups work?
The format for
critique groups is flexible and can vary greatly. Some groups meet in person,
while some exchange material and feedback online. Many implement a combination
of the two. Typically groups meet monthly, but some meet more, or less,
frequently. Some stick to a specific genre of children’s literature while most
have members of varying genres. Basically, members can mold the group to best
meet their needs.
critique groups is flexible and can vary greatly. Some groups meet in person,
while some exchange material and feedback online. Many implement a combination
of the two. Typically groups meet monthly, but some meet more, or less,
frequently. Some stick to a specific genre of children’s literature while most
have members of varying genres. Basically, members can mold the group to best
meet their needs.
How can I get involved in a Critique Group?
Writing classes, conferences, Professional Series meetings and events
like The Great Critique all provide excellent opportunities to meet other
writers and illustrators and form critique groups.
like The Great Critique all provide excellent opportunities to meet other
writers and illustrators and form critique groups.
If you are a member of SCBWI International, I can help put you in contact
with other writers/illustrators to join, or create a critique group that would
be a good fit for you. I’m available at Professional Series meetings or by
email. Please provide your name, genre, area where you live, e-mail
address, and whether you’d prefer to in an online or in-person group.
with other writers/illustrators to join, or create a critique group that would
be a good fit for you. I’m available at Professional Series meetings or by
email. Please provide your name, genre, area where you live, e-mail
address, and whether you’d prefer to in an online or in-person group.
Watch for Kerri’s post
Critiquing 101 coming later in the month!
Critiquing 101 coming later in the month!