Fantasy reviews, fantasy critics … and the mutterings of orcs

Most people see the flower; some will only see the darkness that surrounds it...

As a writer, you work in isolation for a long time before presenting a finished work. It's always a labour of love and is your best work. Most reviewers are genuinely interested in good writing and write enlightening responses which are worth their weight in gold. It's a delight to read reviews that show your writing has struck a chord. But how do you deal with criticism?

Truth be told, I pay very little...