Getting Help

When I let others read my work-- my wife, my critique group, my agent, my editor-- I am always as open as I can be. I always listen to their thoughts and criticisms. I reread comments several times. People can help you make a better manuscript and I try not to let my ego get in the way of that. I want the best manuscript I can create and I'll take help wherever I can get it. Readers help. Good readers can really help.

That said, some people will try to make specific suggestions for changes. T...