We all know that getting feedback is one of the best ways to improve as a writer, whether you’re working on short stories or novels. But how do you find great feedback partners, run effective critique groups and build the communities and connections that will help you thrive as a writer.
Join novelists Nicholas Binge and Dave Goodman as they discuss their experiences building writing communities and close-knit critique groups. Learn why communities are important and what to look for when you’re trying to find like-minded writers. Then learn more about the ins and outs of running a successful critique group and how to identify both what you need from a group and what you can bring to one.
Your Workshop Leaders
Nicholas Binge is a bestselling author of speculative thrillers, literary science-fiction, and horror, including Ascension (2023) and Professor Everywhere (2020). His work has been featured The New York Times, The Sunday Times, The Wall Street Journal, Entertainment Weekly, and more, as well as being translated into nine languages and nominated for the Goodreads Choice Awards. Outside of his own writing, he lectures in Creative Writing at Edinburgh Napier University.
David Goodman is a novelist and short story writer based in East Lothian, Scotland. His debut novel, A Reluctant Spy, is out from Headline Books on September 12th 2024. He has been previously published in Clarkesworld and Analog Magazines, but also writes in a range of other genres, from spy novels to space operas. He is represented by Harry Illingworth of DHH Literary. Learn more and subscribe to his monthly newsletter at www.davidgoodman.net.
About the event:
Running time: 105 minutes including breaks
Venue: Lomond Room
Tickets: £10/ £8 (plus 50p booking fee)
The event will be take place in person. Workshops are not recorded.