[Stylist] Writing Evaluation

[Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter]

Nothing an editor and publisher wouldn't tell you. If you were to seek
traditional publishing, and were accepted, this is what an editor would tell
you and begin working with you on the revision process. Whether you take the
advice or not, this person is a professional and knows what they are talking
about. In order to teach writing at the collegiate level, you have to be a
published author in addition to proving your knowledge of the craft, so,
it's good advice worth taking. Of course, the cost is another consideration
that is important to most of us, so, if you can afford it, I say, utilize
this person, but, if not, that's okay too.

Bridgit

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Subject: [Stylist] Writing Evaluation

Hello Writers,

Have you ever had a professional eval or critique of your writing?

A friend recommended a possible editor to me, but it turns out we may not be
a good fit. He lives in another state and his fees would be rather pricey
for what I can afford. I sent him a sample story, and he made an interesting
ending observation.
This gentleman has been a creative writing instructor at the college level
and says my proficiency is similar to that of his students.
However, the level from similar to great is a large leap and it takes plenty
of time to arrive there. Getting something ready to publish would take hours
of feedback and rewrites at this stage, according to him.
It is rather humbling to occasionally get a professional opinion. Thoughts?

--
David Russell
david.sonofhashem at gmail.com
"chilah phanim" Make G-d smile!

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