Writing a novel #5
Another great writing tip is to join local writer’s groups. This is beneficial for many reasons: it gives you a networking with other local writers, it keeps you motivated, it can give you access to agents, publishers, editors, and it has shown me a whole new group of friends. I have connected with a small critique group. This is new for me and I think I’m going to like it. We exchange one chapter per week and critique each other’s work. I’m also going to start reading Fireflies at one of the writer’s groups that has a forum set for that purpose. This will give me more critiquing opportunities ~ I need to be a good listener here and not become defensive.
So join local writer’s groups, get to know people in your own community, and be willing to listen to what they have to say about your work. It will pay off and you will be a better and more inspired writer for it.
Now from Fireflies ~
Stephen was solemn and Audrey sensed something deep and very sad in his voice. It went far beyond the image of a hog swirling in the Iowa River on either side of the dam. She knew there was a shadow lurking in the corners of his soul and because of what Doug had said at the Princess, Audrey was sure it had to do with Vietnam.
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