On the receiving end: how to use a critique effectively

The flip side of being a good critter is to learn to make the best use of any crits you receive. Below, I share my tips.

1. Manage your critiquer
Let them know what things you want them to focus on, and what things you don't need comments on. For example, you might say, 'I know the description's sketchy at the moment, but what I'd really like are your comments on how convincing my character is.'

2. Ask questions of the process
You may want to manage your critique by providing them with a set of s...