🍄 how to critique someone else's writing (without hurting their feelings)

hello hello!

today i wanted to discuss the delicate art of giving feedback/critique on another person's writing. i think critique is definitely a specific skill that does not necessarily come hand-in-hand with being an accomplished writer, and kind and helpful critique even more so! it's super important to stay civil and supportive, particularly when providing constructive criticism.

this is a pretty rich topic, so! please tell me your own thoughts - how do you prefer to receive critique? have you had any negative cp or beta reader experiences in the past? what do you wish you could see more of in future cp relationships?

✨ timestamps
0:00 - title card
0:09 - intro
3:03 - part I: before reading: what questions to ask, how to approach a piece, communicating with the writer
8:36 - part II: while reading: what to look out for, prepping notes, what to focus on
11:09 - part III: after reading: organize your thoughts, present feedback, and answer questinos


✨ music
morning rain // lukrembo
home is where my heart is // kupla
breathe // bidø
moonlight // sofasound
midnight coffee // englewood
sentinel // a.l.i.s.o.n
knowhere // gill chang

✨ additional viewing:
an intro to alpha readers, beta readers, and critique partners
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7 common mistakes new writers make - and how to fix them:
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authortube, booktube, writing, writing tips, critique partner, beta reader, reading