Thoughtful, constructive critiques help writers improve their work. Inappropriate attacks or comments based on personal preference do not. Through lecture, discussion, and on-the-spot exercises, writer and editor Lorraine Bodger will share her secrets for giving crits that are respectful, supportive, and focused on the writer's intentions and the quality of the writing. You'll also learn how to listen to difficult critiques, evaluate them, and make them work for you.

The Writing Life events in 2011 were generously underwritten by Jenny Lawrence.