Monday, August 26, 2013

Critique and First Chapter Contest

Ok, everyone, if you're following me on Twitter then you already know I have decided to offer a critique/first chapter contest once I reach 1,000 followers on Twitter. I thought it'd be a fun thing to do and also a nice reward for all the amazing writers who follow me :) I have some details now, but will give more specifics when I get to 1,000!

The plan is to create a post on my blog (which I will announce on Twitter) and give you guys a few hour window to reply in the comments section with your name, the title, genre and word count of your project, along with a two line pitch (children's only please!). I will pick three at random and have you guys vote for your favorite. I will then contact the winner and critique their query letter and first chapter. Also, for everyone else, I will read through all the pitches so some requests may also come out of the contest :) I just ask that you only post during the time frame (which I will give later on) and do not post after the window has closed.

7 comments:

  1. Sounds like fun! I'll help spread the word!

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  2. Are picture book stories invited to enter too, Ms. Heschke?

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  3. Awesome! I can't wait.

    Time to spread the word :)

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  4. Is YA included? Or do you prefer a younger audience than that?

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  5. Thanks Christa, querying at the moment so a set of professional eyes could make all the difference :)

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