I love my Picky Bitches!

Thank God for the Picky Bitches in my writers life!
Just received critiques from my writers group for the first two chapters of Space Kids Book 2 …       Josh vs. Lord Terra.
My hands trembled with excitement as I read their notes and suggestions.
Is it a winner?

My writing buddies delivered positive feedback on how to strengthen the premise, the plot and the characters.

  • Now which opinions do I follow?
  • Which do I reject?

Amazingly, they all said similar things.
With confidence, I incorporated the majority of their ideas into my story.

One brave Critiquer stood out from the rest.
He suggested I’d have to rethink and rewrite certain sections of my story.
Do I really want to do that?
Yes! My gut feeling said he was right.
I’ve trusted him before with his logic and Reader / Writer sense. And I would do again!

We need Picky Bitches to critically read and comment on our work.
We’re too close to our writing to see any flaws.
Without that honest feedback, we can’t grow as writers.

I suggest all serious writers join a writers group that critiques.
After you build trust, then start exchanging stories for critiquing.
Always make it clear as to the type of Critique you want with a Brief.
Remember … you don’t have to accept anyone’s critique.
Their advice must resonate within you.

Novels aren’t written overnight.
Like creating a Sci-Fi series on television, they take time to mature and develop.
That’s what I’m doing with Josh vs. Lord Terra.
I’m listening to feedback, considering my options and developing my very best second draft.

I’m hoping the Space Kids series will generate interest in my other manuscripts too.
Especially my memoir, ME AND HER: a Memoir of Madness, which has secured interest from readers and  supporters.

A dream come true would be two book deals … for my Space Kids series AND my baby, ME AND HER.

I’m counting on an upcoming media interview to generate interest in my books.
The program producers contacted me this week, requesting my patience.
They’ll get back to me soon with specifics.

Dreams can come true … I’m wishing on a star… a glorious supernova.

What’s wrong with a girl wishing?… Am I aiming too high?

Josh and the It

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12 comments to I love my Picky Bitches!

  • Sandra

    Karen, keep working hard. Keep reaching for those stars. They’re shining for you already. Just stop a moment … and gaze up.

  • Thanks Sandra, I’m ever so grateful for all those who’ve encouraged me. To get me where I am. I’m pushing forward to improve my writing, thanks to my writing buddies … Karen :))

  • Peter

    Karen, Honest criticism is hard to take, particularly from a relative, a friend, an acquaintance, or a stranger. Eleanor Roosevelt once said “Do what you feel in your heart to be right – for you’ll be criticized anyway. You’ll be damned if you do, and damned if you don’t.” I think if you are not criticized, you may not be doing much.

  • Criticism and Critiques are two different things. I really love Writers Critiques. I look forward to them and embrace them :)) From them I learn and I grow as a writer… Karen :))

  • Joanna Gaudry

    It’s those who hold steadfastly to their dreams that make those dreams a reality. Your hard work, persistence, and wonderful writing will pay off, Karen. Can’t wait until you get signed up with a publisher or publishers. It will happen! All the best, Joanna : ))

  • Critique groups essential. Dreams too. Nothing wrong with wishing, and you can never aim too high. Keep going for it, Karen. Best, C. 🙂

  • Thanks so much Joanna. I’m trying to channel my energies into this Writer’s dream. I know one day it will become reality …Karen :))

  • Hi Chris,
    What a surprise to see you here! Thanks so much for your encouragement. Sometimes it feels like its taking forever. But I must pull myself together and push forwards.Karen :))

  • Lexie Mitchell

    You are doing all the right things toward your goal Karen. Critique groups are a wonderful necessity, because they are writers themselves they care about you and they understand your needs and aspirations.

  • Thanks Lexie for saying that. Meeting with my Critique Group is the most important day of my writers month. It’s when we all get to share our ideas. I wish you the very best with your writing too. I hope you have a supportive group too … Cheers, Karen :))

  • You know what, Karen, I don’t think there’s such a thing as aiming too high. It sounds like you have your critique group to keep you honest and provide tremendous support. I feel the same way about mine – picky bitches of the world, unite!

  • Thanks Susan for dropping by. Yes, we can never underestimate Our Picky Bitches. Where would we be without them ?… Cheers, Karen :))

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