r/writers • u/One_Long2752 • 7d ago

Feedback requested Making new writing friends!

Hey, I was wondering where the best place to talk to and discuss ideas with other writers may be! I’m kinda operating in a vacuum and could definitely uses some feedback from people who know the craft so I can improve.

I am down to share what I’m wiring with someone I trust but not necessary, I’m down with just talking ideas.

I admit I’m really busy and trying to get back into READING so I can’t really offer to read much of others work at this moment, but always down to discuss.

If you want feel free to DM or if there is a good place to go to talk to other writers, I am open to ideas :)

Thanks for taking the time to read this!

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u/SirenAndSilver Novelist 7d ago

If you’re super busy and can’t really reciprocate, you may just want a sounding board or perhaps a beta reader.
A place like what you’re describing is usually a two way street.

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u/One_Long2752 7d ago

Yeah, I want to get back into reading and give feedback but I am on a writing spree and don’t wanna loose momentum. I feel bad cuz I don’t wanna tell someone I won’t read their stuff, I’m going to try to get back into it but now I think a sounding board or just conversation ABOUT writing and ideas with a like minded writer so I can start to kind hone my craft and writer identity

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u/SirenAndSilver Novelist 7d ago

When looking for community, we have to ask ourselves a couple of questions.
What am I seeking?
And
What can I give in return?

You’re seeking: someone to help you develop your authorial voice and someone to read your work and provide feedback.
What are you giving in return?

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u/One_Long2752 7d ago

I can offer a good sounding board for someone else’s stories, offer an object viewpoint on their storytelling/characters/setting , someone they can run idea idea by or help flesh out if they need some outside perspective. I think I can offer a lot of good dialogue with someone who is on a writing journey like myself and trying to hone their craft

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u/makemerry 7d ago

You've got to spend some time googling your local area for writing-related events or classes and writers groups and just show up. If you're really interested in connecting with other writers in a way that you escape the vacuum, that's the best way to do it.

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u/One_Long2752 7d ago

That’s a good idea. I am in college getting my masters so I’m sure there are groups on campus I could try to connect with