Writing Critique – Andrea Lundgren

Literature, Writing Advice, Writing that Scene

Writing That Scene: Oliver Twist

In the format of a free, non-traditional critique, Writing That Scene examines the fundamentals of what it takes to make a scene powerful and memorable for readers. The opinion expressed is my own, and other readers’ opinions may differ. The goal is to provide an opportunity for authors to learn from each other and to … Continue reading Writing That Scene: Oliver Twist

Thoughts

Beta-Reading as a Writer

I recently had the opportunity to beta read A. D. Martin’s manuscript for Remnant of Us. It is a YA novel set in the future, long after the United States has been dissolved, and focuses on a teenager whose visions allow her to predict the future (the full blurb for the story is here). It … Continue reading Beta-Reading as a Writer

Literature, Reading Matters, Writing that Scene

Writing That Scene: A House to Let, Part Four

In the format of a non-traditional critique, Writing that Scene examines the fundamentals of what it takes to capably convey a scene to one’s readers. The opinion expressed is my own, and other readers’ opinions may and will differ. This week, we’ll finish looking at A House to Let, a short story project by Charles … Continue reading Writing That Scene: A House to Let, Part Four

Reading Matters, Writing Advice

Reactions to being Under the Microscope

Writing a novel is a journey. Bring along friends. I try to look for opportunities to share my writing with others. Writing can be lonely work, and if it’s just you and the computer screen, you can easily forget how an uninformed reader will respond to what you’ve written. This is partly why I blog, … Continue reading Reactions to being Under the Microscope

Literature, Reading Matters, Writing Advice, Writing that Scene

Writing That Scene: Damsel in Distress

In the format of a non-traditional critique, Writing that Scene examines the fundamentals of what it takes to capably convey a scene to one’s readers. The opinion expressed is my own, and other readers’ opinions may and will differ. Thanks to Christina Wehner for suggesting this scene for this week’s edition. If you are interested … Continue reading Writing That Scene: Damsel in Distress

Literature, Reading Matters, Writing Advice, Writing that Scene

Writing that Scene: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

In the format of a non-traditional critique, Writing that Scene examines the fundamentals of what it takes to capably convey a scene to one’s readers. The opinion expressed is my own, and other readers’ opinions may and will differ. If you are interested in sharing a scene of your own for a future post, click … Continue reading Writing that Scene: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde