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Title: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: christina-booker on February 21, 2021, 11:27 AM
I am looking for a chapter book (only) critique group.  Anyone interested?
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: carol-carlisle on February 22, 2021, 01:58 PM
I am interested. 

Carol Carlisle
carol.carlisle@comcast.net
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Post by: wheeler1992 on February 23, 2021, 08:04 PM
I’m interested too
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Post by: christina-booker on February 25, 2021, 07:35 AM
Great! I will send you an email if you add your email address (wheeler1992).
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Post by: wheeler1992 on March 10, 2021, 10:37 PM
Sorry I just saw this. Rickwheeler1992(at) gmail.com
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Post by: charles-richardson1 on March 16, 2021, 08:58 AM
Are you taking any more folks for the group?  If so I am interested.  My email is cvrich@fuse.net.
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Post by: kendra-bell on April 07, 2021, 11:59 AM
If it isn't too late, I would be interested in joining as well!
Thanks,
Kendra

kendraleah90@gmail.com
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Post by: michael-lent on April 07, 2021, 12:29 PM
 :new Ditto for me! michaellent1@me.com Thank you!
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Post by: lisa-hernbloom on April 12, 2021, 09:40 AM
I am interested!
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Post by: lisa-hernbloom on April 12, 2021, 09:41 AM
Oops--forgot my email: lhernbloom78@gmail.com
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Post by: jack-baker on April 16, 2021, 01:15 PM
I'm interested as well if it's not too late. Email is JackBakerComedy@gmail.com
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Post by: sarah-swan on April 19, 2021, 01:45 PM
Is it too late to join this critique group? The story I'm working on now is starting out as a chapter book and several of my unpublished p.b.s have been recommended by editors to be lengthened into chapter books. I flying blind and could use some help. Thanks. BTW, my email address is sarahmaury71@bgmail.com
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: moniquewells on April 25, 2021, 11:16 AM
I'm interested, if there is still room. I am beginning to write chapter books, as I have been told my voice is suited to it. My email is moniquewells@gmail.com
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: christina-booker on April 26, 2021, 08:48 AM
Thank you so much for replying to my post.  At the moment, we have a strong group. I will check back and post again if that changes.

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Post by: melissa-haylock on April 26, 2021, 03:50 PM
Monique, I am also beginning to write chapter books and would love to talk with you about exchanging critiques. I will send you an email. :)
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Post by: charles-temple on April 27, 2021, 05:12 PM
Hello, all--

I'm still interested in forming a group of 4-6 writers of MG (or maybe YA) realistic fiction.

I have two works in progress--one with  political and ethnic relations themes set in Romania during the 1970's, and another with an environmental theme set in the Finger Lakes of New York State.

I have previously published picture books, but not novels.

Charles Temple
Temple@hws.edu
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Post by: janice-miller2 on April 28, 2021, 05:13 AM
Is there anyone still looking for a chapter book critique group that did not get picked up from this post.  Looking for 2-3 people to start a group. There is already 2 of us.  Thanks
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Post by: alan-vitberg on April 28, 2021, 05:59 AM
Signed up for SCBWI this morning and found this thread. I'm interested in joining a critique group, so I'd like to throw my hat in the ring. Still open for new group members?
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Post by: carol-lozier on May 05, 2021, 04:52 AM
I'm interested! clozierlcsw@gmail.com
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Post by: jessica-julian on May 14, 2021, 02:56 PM
 :bunny2
I too am new to SCBWI and am interested in joining a Critique group.  I have written and illustrated  a chapter book (perhaps two, depending on if it is divided).  My book takes place outside of the US, but it is not what I would consider "realistic fiction."  My email is jessica@dsandblaw.com
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: heather-kocubinski on May 19, 2021, 08:56 AM
Hi, I would be interested in joining this group or possible starting a new one as it seems like this one isn't taking new members. My email is heatherkocubinski@gmail.com
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Post by: Debbie Vilardi on May 19, 2021, 06:40 PM
A reminder: The original group may be full, but those of you further down the thread can still connect with each other.
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Post by: janice-miller2 on May 19, 2021, 08:39 PM
Signed up for SCBWI this morning and found this thread. I'm interested in joining a critique group, so I'd like to throw my hat in the ring. Still open for new group members?
How do I contact you?

Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: moniquewells on May 20, 2021, 07:01 AM
Lorraine and Janice, will you write your email so we can start an email thread?
Charles--I think MG is different than chapter book writing. I bet you can find a more specific group.
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Post by: valerie-bean-2 on May 20, 2021, 06:06 PM
I am looking for a chapter book (only) critique group.  Anyone interested?

UPDATE: JUST READ that the group is full. Thanks.

Hello all,

Is there a group going? Are you accepting new members to the critique group for chapter books?

Thanks,
Valerie
beanvalerie@gmail.com
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: christina-booker on May 21, 2021, 06:49 AM
Hi,

We've got one group that I am part of that is full at the moment, but there may be a second group.
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: valerie-bean-2 on May 21, 2021, 09:46 AM
Thank you so much for replying to my post.  At the moment, we have a strong group. I will check back and post again if that changes.



Is anyone who isn't in this group still interested?

Thanks,
Valerie
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: inez-randolph on May 26, 2021, 01:53 AM
Hello,
I am a new member and would like to join this critique group.  Valerie, PLEASE if there is a second group, could you add me.
Thank you.
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: jennifer-vose on May 29, 2021, 06:35 PM
Hi everyone! I am definitely looking for a chapter book critique group but just came upon this thread today. Are there any groups with space for one more? Or is there anyone else in need of a group that we can start? My email address is jennifer.vose8@gmail.com
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: cassie-cure on July 01, 2021, 10:44 AM
Hi! Just now seeing this but since I just started working on a chapter book, I could really use some help with critiques! This is my first try at attempting to write a chapter book (I'm more familiar with YA) so I could use some advice! My email is cjcure@yahoo.com. Thanks! I'd love to be in a critique group to help me learn!
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Post by: gabriele-foissner-weinlaender on July 01, 2021, 10:29 PM
Hello,
I too would like to join a critique group. If any such group still has space for one more, here's my email address: gawein.lander@gmail.com
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Post by: elisabeth-kelly1 on July 30, 2021, 05:14 AM
Hello  I would like to join a chapter book critique group as well, ideally a UK based one as my book is quite place specific. Very new to this and these Boards particularly but my email is liffy22@hotmail.com.

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Post by: abby-gatenby on August 01, 2021, 05:29 PM
I am interested in starting a chapter book group for transitional readers (5-8). Please email me. Abbyreads@me.com
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Post by: bridgitte-rodguez on August 15, 2021, 03:09 PM
Hi All,

I’d love to join a chapter book critique group! I am writing one- and would love other eyes on it. And of course to read what others are working on.

Thanks so much!

Bridgitte
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: crystal-vercoe on August 19, 2021, 02:39 PM
Hi, I am new. I understand one group is already full. I would like to join any subsequent groups? I have just completed my first manifest which is book 1 in a series. I have a few people reading through for me but mostly friends and family and would really like the input from fellow authors. I would also love to read through other manuscripts in the same field to help other authors and connect..
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Post by: jackie-bavaro on August 24, 2021, 01:31 PM
I'd be interested in joining a Chapter Book Critique group. My email is jackiebo@gmail.com
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Post by: rika-hemachandra on October 14, 2021, 01:53 PM
Hi, I'm new to SCBWI, and I would love to be a part of this, please. my email address is rikachandraart@gmail.com
Thanks, Rika
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Post by: penny-sweeney on October 16, 2021, 01:29 PM
I would be interested in a crit group. I have completed my first manuscript. How does this work?
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: christina-booker on December 14, 2021, 09:17 AM
Anyone still looking to join a chapter book critique group?  (books written for 6-9 year olds)

We are looking for 2 more members. We meet via Google Meet on the last Tuesday of the month at 1pm CST.
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: lynn-leitch on January 23, 2022, 06:25 PM
Hello!

Are you still looking for more chapter book groupies? I've only just started mine, but would love to join.

Thank you!
Lynn
lynn  (dot) leitch (at) gmail (dot) com
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: dan-bailes on January 26, 2022, 05:58 PM
Hi. I'm just finishing up my third chapter book and would love to join the group if there is still an opening. Thanks!
Dan Bailes
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Post by: andrea-andres on March 02, 2022, 09:57 AM
I'm interested. I have a series of three chapter books that need critiqued. I'm a first time author. Any more openings? Or other groups forming out of this? Lmk. Thanks!
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Post by: andrea-andres on March 02, 2022, 01:50 PM
Never mind. I'm reconnecting to a critique group I was previously connected to in Vancouver. But if anyone is in the Vancouver area and wants to meet up to discuss their chapter book(s), I'd be up for that.
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: emma-mooring on March 05, 2022, 09:25 AM
Hello Everyone,
I am new to this and I see that the last time there was a post it was in May of last year.  I would be very interested in joining a critique group on chapter books if there is room for me in an existing one or if there is a new group forming.  Thank you.
My email is emmamooring@gmail.com
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: helen-fisher1 on March 17, 2022, 07:57 AM
Here's my email address: hmfisher416@gmail.com
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Post by: dan-bailes on March 30, 2022, 03:58 PM
Hi. I would love to be in a chapter book critique group too. My email is daniel.w.bailes@gmail.com. My third chapter book comes out next month and I've just started my fourth. I put out a query in January and haven't heard back so I'm wondering if there is a functioning critique group or not.
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Post by: marsha-sylvester-jose on November 06, 2022, 05:28 PM
Are you  looking for critique partners at this time?
Thanks,
Marsha
Title: Re: Chapter Book Critique Group
Post by: shyamala-shanmugasundaram on December 14, 2022, 09:07 AM
Marsha, check your email.
Title: Re: Two slots available in a chapter books critique group
Post by: shyamala-shanmugasundaram on December 19, 2022, 07:33 AM
Hi Marsha Sylvester Jose and I have formed a critique group for chapter books.
 We have two remaining slots. If anyone is interested, do send a mail at the earliest.
We will be critiquing one manuscript every month. Max word count: 6000 words

We start from Jan 14th,2023. 

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