Our own Brittany Lord will be addressing us on the topic of Critique Groups: Are you in one?

If you are a writer, you should be in a critique group. Critique groups are one of the easiest (and cheapest) ways to get your story looked over before you hire an editor. They will help you fix your story, spice up dialog, and tell you where your tension is lagging and needs work. If you are a writer and you’re not in a critique group, you are missing out.

But fear not, the SSWC is one of the best groups around for critique groups, and the next meeting is your chance to get into one. Instead of a regular speaker, we are going to have a critique get-together where you can meet, greet, and get to know all of your fellow members in critique groups. This is your chance to ask questions and get answers. There is also a chance of meeting other members looking to get into a critique group and form a new one.

Please bring a pencil and paper to collect contacts as well as write down the tips you learn.