When should you get feedback on your writing?
So you’re writing your book and start to wonder if it’s any good or not.
You might think the solution is to start sharing your manuscript to get some feedback when you’re barely halfway through the book.
But that’s usually not a good idea and I’ll tell you why!
Too often, writers ask the wrong people for the wrong feedback. You end up feeling discouraged and confused.
Because asking for ‘feedback’ can be a sneaky way of self-sabotagig your creativity.
There ARE times to ask for feedback on your nonfiction book manuscript and I have four keys that will set you up for success with this.
1 - Only ask for feedback when you’re already feeling confident about the progress of your book. You don’t want to get outside opinions too early in the process.
2 - Be crystal clear about the kind of feedback you’re looking for and share this with the person who will be reading your chapter or manuscript.
3 - Show your work to supportive, encouraging people who already understand (at least somewhat) who you are and what kind of work you do.
4 - Have a coach, editor, or other support system who can help you process and integrate the feedback. You don’t have to incorporate every suggestion or opinion you receive!
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I'm Leah Kent, a writer, book coach, and book designer.
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