Better Critiques, Better Writing, Better Sales

Every writer—from newbie to experienced pro—sometimes needs a fresh set of eyes to spot the problems and flaws—and successes—in their work. That’s what critique groups and online sites do—or should do. But how do you do critique and do it well? And how do you know if a particular group or site is right for you?

I’m Ross Lampert, a.k.a. The Critique Doctor. I’m drawing on my over 15 years of working with many different authors to help you find that critique group or site that fits you well and give effective, helpful critique to your fellow writers. (By the way, those mad critique skills will help you edit your own work too.)

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The Craft & Critique Article Series

The more than 60 articles on the Craft & Critique page will help you identify and evaluate the problems with a piece you’re critiquing so you and the author can find solutions for them. They’ll also help you identify and evaluate what’s working well so the author can do more of that. The links below will take you to sets of articles which focus on specific topics and tools. And if you’d prefer to listen rather than read, there’s an audio version of each article right at the top.

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Across the Web... and Beyond: Critique Groups and Sites

If you’d rather not join an in-person, hybrid, or virtual critique group, or there aren’t any near you that seem like a good fit, you have options on the web. Some online critique sites are dedicated to giving and receiving feedback to their members; others offer critique as a side benefit. Social media groups connect their members with alpha or beta readers or critique partners. Colleges, universities, and standalone programs offer courses and classes online.

The buttons below will get you to the right group or site so you can explore them further.

Online Critique Sites

“Critique-primary” sites offer opportunities to give and receive critique as their only or primary function. “Critique-secondary” sites prioritize other things, but offer some opportunities for critique.

Social Media

Looking for feedback on an early draft? Check out the alpha and beta reader match sites. Other sites will connect you with critique partners.

Courses & Classes

Need a quick refresher course on some particular aspect of a writing partner’s work, or your own? Or are you interested in pursuing a formal degree in writing? You’ll find all of that and everything in between here.

The Craft & Critique Series

by Ross Lampert

Whether you’re looking for the write—I mean, right—place to take your story to, or you want to sharpen your critique skills, these books are here to help. They’re full of tips, techniques, and tools to help you be a better critiquer—and a better writer too! And they’re available wherever you get your print or ebooks.

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