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Oct 12, 2022

Introducing Positivity Reviews!

October 12, 2022

We are excited to introduce the Positivity Review service by our Pro-Critiquers! 

What is a positivity review?

Unlike a critique, which tends to average 90% criticism and 10% praise, a Positivity Review by a Pro-Critiquer is the opposite: it is 90% focused on what the author does well and only 10% focused on constructive criticism.

Why would an author need a Positivity Review? 

Authors are often told what they can improve, but are infrequently told what they do best. Whether an author is good at setting, characterization, pacing, prose, etc., it is important for them to be aware of their strengths and to lean into them! After all, it is what they excel at that will lure and keep readers hooked into their books.

Is it just paying for false praise?

No! No matter their level of writing experience, authors are likely to be stronger in some writing aspects than others. It is important for them to identify their strengths throughout all stages of their writing careers.

How do I book a Positivity Review?

The following Pro-Critiquers now offer Positivity Reviews! You can book them directly under Hire Professionals/ Search Pro-Critiquers, and by selecting the "beta-reading" service type for a Positivity Review. Just be sure to mention in your order, or through messages to Pros, that you are looking for a Positivity Review!

Message the Pros directly to reserve your spot today!

Pro-Critiquers Offering Positivity Reviews:

Jackie H.

Victoria B.

Katharine B.

 

May 18, 2022

2022 FictionFive Contest Results!

May 18, 2022

 We are thrilled to announce the results of the March 2022 FictionFive Contest!

And the winners are… drum roll please…

Dec 15, 2021

October 2021 - FictionFive Contest Results!

December 15, 2021

 

We are thrilled to announce the results of the October 2021 FictionFive Contest!

And the winners are… drum roll please…

Jun 7, 2021

A Writer’s Consideration of Compound Words

June 07, 2021
By Sonia Easley. 


The flux of English compound words, whether open, closed, or hyphenated, suggests a dynamic interplay between culture and language. When working with compounds, you will come to appreciate the communication evolution.

Definitions
Let’s begin this consideration of compounds with a few definitions:
• A compound forms by combining two or more factors.
• A compound word combines two or more words to set up a new meaning.
            - Examples are yard sale, railway, and father-in-law.
• An open compound word is two or more words with spaces between them.
    - Examples are cell phone, jumping jack, and hand towel.
• A closed compound word is two or more words without spaces.
    - Examples are afternoon, wildcat, and football.
• A hyphenated compound word is two or more words with hyphens between them.
    - Examples are king-size, clean-cut, and follow-up.

May 25, 2021

Book Reviewer Spotlight Series: Lili from Utopia State of Mind

May 25, 2021
A warm welcome to Book Reviewer Lili from Utopia State of Mind! Lili, tell us a bit about yourself. 
Lili: I am a scholar at heart, obsessed with SFF and always carrying a book wherever I go (including to the top of a dormant volcano and mountain for Instagram photos). I am obsessed with enamel pins, discovering new tea flavors, and dabbling in makeup. I am committed to celebrating diverse books and using USOM to champion books I feel deserve more praise and attention.

May 24, 2021

Author Interview Series: March 2021 Contest Winner Julie Weaver

May 24, 2021
The CritiqueMatch contest coordinator, Mary, “sat down” for a virtual chat with Julie Weaver, the winner of the March 2021 FictionFive Writing Contest.

CritiqueMatch: Congratulations on becoming the winner of the 3rd CritiqueMatch FictionFive Contest! What were your expectations when you entered the contest? 
Julie: Thank you so much! This is my first contest win, and it’s such a thrill. 

I didn’t know what to expect from the contest, but the primary reason I entered was for the feedback. I enjoyed creating my characters and liked how the first chapter turned out, but would others agree? There was only one way to find out. 

Being new to CritiqueMatch, I also thought this was an excellent opportunity to discover what type of feedback I could expect from its members. And I have to say, I was impressed. The judges’ comments were encouraging and useful. Exactly what I’d hoped for.

May 21, 2021

CritiqueMatch is featured in Writer's Digest 101 Best Websites for Writers!

May 21, 2021

We are delighted to announce that CritiqueMatch has been named one of the “101 Best Websites for Writers” for the second year in a row!

We would like to thank our members who joined our community, trusted our mission and nominated us to Writer’s Digest! It’s our members’ passion for writing and their willingness to help each other that are the building blocks of our global platform. On our global platform writers connect and exchange work with critique partners and beta readers, using our technology which is uniquely focused on the writers’ privacy and intellectual property.
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