https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/en-USTelligent Community 10https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/dealing-with-rejection/8467/j-r-ward-is-her-own-harshest-criticMon, 19 Jan 2026 16:25:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:226f4b7c-9a50-4f59-bb64-430fc485911cJ.R. WardJ.R. Ward, author of Lover Forbidden and the Black Dagger Brotherhood series, expresses her gratitude for her fans and how the desire to keep being a better writer pushes her. For more on this New York Times bestselling author of over sixty novels visit https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/J-R-Ward/139182007 . www.youtube.com/watchfictionNonfictionvideohttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/dealing-with-rejection/8462/making-rejection-work-for-youTue, 02 Dec 2025 22:16:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:8c927884-b23f-4b64-a28b-6d52466b951cLaurie Schnebly CampbellWhether it's the first time or the fiftieth, for a beginner or a New York Times bestseller, rejection is part of every author's life. This workshop with award-winning author Laurie Schnebly Campbell offers both practical and psychological techniques for dealing with the "No, Nope and No Way" messages that writers face all too often. Discover what works for you -- and how planning your response to ANY prospective or actual setback leaves you more in control of not only your writing life, but also your personal life. Here is the handout referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../Making-Rejection-WORK_5F00_Schnebly-ALC-Handout.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../MakingRejectionWORKForYou.mp4 About the Presenter: After winning Romantic Times’ “Best Special Edition of the Year” over Nora Roberts, Laurie Schnebly Campbell discovered she loved teaching every bit as much as writing...if not more. Since then she’s taught in-person and online workshops for writers from six continents (still waiting for Antarctica!) and keeps a special section of her bookshelves for novels developed in her classes. With 50+ titles there so far, she’s always hoping for more.fictionNonfictionSubscriberRecorded Webinarhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/writing-groups/7697/author-kathi-macias-on-the-benefits-of-joining-writing-groups-for-christian-authors?CommentId=3f5f24d9-29e4-4255-83cb-48cf9b02dee9Wed, 14 May 2025 13:16:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:3f5f24d9-29e4-4255-83cb-48cf9b02dee9Keith OgorekGlad you found it helpful. Be sure to use the search bar at the top of the page to find other helpful resources,https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/writing-groups/7697/author-kathi-macias-on-the-benefits-of-joining-writing-groups-for-christian-authors?CommentId=1c3c477e-9cb1-47d2-96a3-a65e5095c701Tue, 13 May 2025 16:20:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:1c3c477e-9cb1-47d2-96a3-a65e5095c701Carol HungerfordThank you for sharing the resource, The Writers View. I will take advantage of this immediately.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/writing-groups/4826/where-the-poets-are_3a00_-reaching-out-for-constructive-criticism-_2d00_-video?CommentId=872b10d1-3b8f-47c2-9c79-037a9e8914aeTue, 18 Mar 2025 19:50:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:872b10d1-3b8f-47c2-9c79-037a9e8914aeEarl EdmondsI rely on Keeper Dating & Relationship Coach to navigate the complexities of human emotions like love and connections, such as Tracy Allieo, The Pet Sitter (Old Friend), who gave the book ideas that are central to my Epic Poems. The visions I gain from this tool help me prepare for press releases where challenging questions are asked. It equips me with a deeper explanation of relationship changes, allowing me to articulate the intricate emotional landscapes explored in my poetry with clarity and nuance.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/peer-reviews/7362/what-are-sensitivity-readers-and-do-you-need-them?CommentId=f5723087-9b52-4e03-827c-aafe3356e5e1Sat, 06 Jan 2024 01:47:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:f5723087-9b52-4e03-827c-aafe3356e5e1Christopher ParkerThink you will probably want Beta & Sensitive. Religion is a touchy topic. You want to avoid stereotypes.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/peer-reviews/7362/what-are-sensitivity-readers-and-do-you-need-them?CommentId=4309c6b3-e020-4309-9f1f-1e10c3eb81f2Sat, 06 Jan 2024 01:43:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:4309c6b3-e020-4309-9f1f-1e10c3eb81f2Christopher ParkerAppreciate the heads up. I don't really have issues in this department, but refreshers like this will keep me conscious of falling in that hole. Thank you!https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/workshops/6593/the-benefits-of-participating-in-creative-writing-bootcamps---podcast?CommentId=6c48a72a-d7c8-4606-84bc-d01ea2246614Fri, 17 Nov 2023 12:59:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:6c48a72a-d7c8-4606-84bc-d01ea2246614Author Learning CenterFor the Book in a Year program linked below, the program content is available through our website including recorded webinars, helpful handouts and resources, and access to the program Author Circle where you can interact with other participants.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/workshops/6593/the-benefits-of-participating-in-creative-writing-bootcamps---podcast?CommentId=c31602ad-347a-4a08-a09a-558b508cd454Fri, 03 Nov 2023 11:36:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:c31602ad-347a-4a08-a09a-558b508cd454Author Learning CenterHello, you can learn more about our Book in a Year program here: https://authorlearningcenter.com/programs/p/learn_more_new Most of the program content is available through our website including recorded webinars, helpful handouts and resources, and access to the program Author Circle where you can interact with other participants.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/workshops/6593/the-benefits-of-participating-in-creative-writing-bootcamps---podcast?CommentId=8416ad82-fde2-4e91-a9af-a0084ed527a0Thu, 02 Nov 2023 12:43:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:8416ad82-fde2-4e91-a9af-a0084ed527a0Felicity KaiI'm looking forward to joining the program as well. Will information be emailed or will I have to periodically check we site?https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/dealing-with-rejection/7829/how-authors-can-overcome-their-inner-critic-and-fear-of-rejection?CommentId=ad07452f-36c7-43fb-95a1-eea7157b5270Sat, 02 Sep 2023 04:34:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:ad07452f-36c7-43fb-95a1-eea7157b5270Christopher ParkerInteresting analogy about the Inner Critic. Never thought about referring to my negative self-conscious as an objective or supportive tool. Although I was consistently subjected to the Inner Critic's pessimistic ways, the negativity did not force me to abandon my dreams. Guess that was essentially my "badge of honor!" I have been writing for a long time but failed to seek the avenue to professionalism. Most of that had to do with personal issues & believing in people I should not have. Perhaps, I will write about that some day. I am new here & I'm extremely nervous about presenting myself as an author. Regardless, I will continue to push forward & "put a sock in it." I know I have a lot to learn & creating something monumental will take everything I have. I am certain with this program's mentors, I will find the inner strength to excel.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/workshops/6172/locating-creative-writing-workshops---video?CommentId=218ec4ad-7181-4e19-9ea7-dfe3a966ee67Fri, 18 Aug 2023 21:10:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:218ec4ad-7181-4e19-9ea7-dfe3a966ee67Jean-Louis TassartVery interesting but I had no time to write down the onlinehttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/peer-reviews/8253/the-importance-of-joining-writing-groups-and-networking-with-other-authors-for-feedbackFri, 21 Jul 2023 19:51:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:303d9a35-49ee-4988-b1a3-4c775a29021dAJ BakerOne of the most common challenges for writers is finding other writers and readers that are willing to review their work and provide constructive feedback. As a university student, author AJ Baker has many resources available to him including writing clubs and writing groups. He strongly encourages writers to seek out these types of groups and workshops in their local area. In addition, he recommends networking and building relationships with other writers and with avid readers. These are the people that are more likely to give your work the time and attention needed to provide helpful feedback and guidance. In addition, he recommends consulting professional editors, as they can help identify areas for improvement and make you more analytical about your own work. When it comes to getting feedback and editing, one important thing to remember, he says, is to keep your writing mode and editing mode separate. If you let your editing brain stifle your creativity, it can hold you back from producing your best work. www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../TheImportanceofJoiningWritingGroupsandNetworkingwithOtherAuthorsforFeedba.mp4fictionNonfictionvideohttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/peer-reviews/8233/author-annie-sullivan-on-her-process-for-getting-feedback-on-her-writingFri, 16 Jun 2023 15:42:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:d7a0db61-80d7-4187-9ae2-8d0df6bb6f43Annie SullivanThe process for getting feedback on a manuscript can differ greatly from author to author. Young adult author Annie Sullivan follows a multi-stage process to get feedback on her novels. In the first stage, her manuscript goes to her sister, whom she trusts to catch her silly mistakes and provide general feedback. Her manuscript then goes to a group of critique partners, who are other authors in her genre that are in her network. In the next stage, she sends the revised manuscript off to her agent who also provides feedback...sometimes several pages worth of editing notes. In the final stage, the polished manuscript then goes to her assigned editor at the publishing house (if she has a publishing deal). The editor often has several more pages of editing notes for review, and then the manuscript is sent for final proofreading. Throughout this whole process Sullivan gets a lot of feedback for consideration. Rather than compartmentalize editing like many authors do, she goes line-by-line, from beginning to end. This way, she can make sure everything in the story is working before she moves on. Sullivan advises authors to remember that although you might get all sorts of feedback from various sources in the editing process, the story is still yours in the end, and you get to decide what changes you make. www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../AuthorAnnieSullivanonHerProcessforGettingFeedbackonHerWriting.mp4fictionSubscribervideohttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/peer-reviews/6175/how-to-choose-beta-readers-and-why-you-need-them---article?CommentId=c24b14fa-fd0b-458b-a4e9-b389a154191bFri, 12 May 2023 15:01:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:c24b14fa-fd0b-458b-a4e9-b389a154191bPamela RussoI am interested in your circle. Would you consider joining mine. I am a Christian non-fiction writer, working on my first book for Mama's and their daughters.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/workshops/6593/the-benefits-of-participating-in-creative-writing-bootcamps---podcast?CommentId=485705c7-2c3b-4b30-92cb-9f32b49a47a2Sat, 08 Apr 2023 15:16:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:485705c7-2c3b-4b30-92cb-9f32b49a47a2Keith OgorekSo glad you found this helpful. Write on!https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/workshops/6593/the-benefits-of-participating-in-creative-writing-bootcamps---podcast?CommentId=9e8b3fa0-3209-47b1-91f2-de717002f43eMon, 27 Mar 2023 17:17:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:9e8b3fa0-3209-47b1-91f2-de717002f43eJennifer Jolivet-Cramptongood ideashttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/dealing-with-rejection/8204/the-importance-of-perseverance-in-the-face-of-rejectionFri, 03 Mar 2023 13:15:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:0093eb04-627e-473d-9c3b-b338894e2148Dan WatanabeIt's common for all types of writers to hear "No" many times throughout their career, whether it's from agents, publishers, or Hollywood executives. Because the reasons for these "Nos" are often out of your control, don't try to control it. Per former Hollywood Development Executive Dan Watanabe, there is a fear of failure amongst these decision-makers so they don't want to say "yes" to something they aren't 100% sure will be a hit. You can't take it personally, he says. The "No" likely has nothing to do with you; your project just didn't check all of the boxes of what that person was looking for. What you can do, he says, is to persevere and keep writing. Be prepared If they ask, "What else have you got", because that's your foot in the door. www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../TheImportanceofPerseveranceintheFaceofRejection.mp4fictionNonfictionSubscribervideohttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/writing-groups/1680/4-considerations-when-evaluating-a-critique-group---article?CommentId=361538eb-e3cc-4aff-b034-dcb02e19daefWed, 21 Dec 2022 07:27:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:361538eb-e3cc-4aff-b034-dcb02e19daefEleanor HallPortray: provide the peruser with a feeling of the essayist's general reason and purpose. Dissect: look at how the construction and language of the text convey its significance. Decipher: express the importance or significance of each piece of the text. Evaluate: make a judgment of the work's worth or worth. Dissertation Writing Services UKhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/writing/getting-feedback/w/writing-groups/6528/julia-whitehead-discusses-how-kurt-vonnegut-and-her-local-writing-community-have-influenced-her---podcast?CommentId=63e4bf6e-9b59-4284-98d9-aa56658e5a08Mon, 24 Oct 2022 06:57:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:63e4bf6e-9b59-4284-98d9-aa56658e5a08halibutwitnessIf you're just starting out in the writing world, don't discount the value of joining a local writing club or reading about famous authors online. thank you, Julia