Online Critique Groups

Many groups have found that online critiquing is a great option. See below for a current listing of open groups. Are you interested in forming another online group? Please email us at [email protected] and one of the regional coordinators will get back to you.

Picture Book Writers Regionwide:

A virtual critique group for kind-hearted, constructive-note-giving picture book authors of varying levels of experience, but preferably for those who have already completed several manuscripts and who fairly regularly produce more offerings. We meet every three weeks on Thursday mornings at 9:00 via Zoom. Work is submitted one week prior to the meeting via Word or Google Docs so participants have time to read manuscripts prior to the meeting. Contact Jon at: [email protected]

*Currently closed to additional members*

Chapter Books - YA Fiction:

This is a group of writers working on novels ranging from chapter books to YA fiction. All the members are published authors, educators working with young readers, or both. Having met for years at a public library, the group now convenes online on the last Wednesday evening of each month with an in-person get-together planned each fall. For more information contact [email protected].

MG Regionwide:

A new region wide virtual critique group for middle grade writers will begin meeting on the last Sunday of the month at 7:00 PM. The group is open to writers and writer/illustrators writing for ages 7 to 12 working on early chapter books, middle grade novels, or graphic novels. Work will be submitted one week prior to the meeting via Word Documents attached to an email to give participants time to read manuscripts prior to the meeting. Looking for writers committed to fostering an encouraging, inclusive environment to share constructive feedback. Contact Celeste at: [email protected]

Writers and Illustrators Regionwide:

This group currently meets on Zoom, normally on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7-9 p.m. (we've made exceptions this year for September, November, and December). The group consists of writers and illustrators at every level of experience. Contact Carol at [email protected]. *This group is closed until further notice.*