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All right, let's do this, #WritingCommunity! Next Saturday (Feb 8), I'm hosting #CritPit, an event for #writers to find critique partners and alpha/beta readers. The event is open to all writers! Please share widely!
#CritPit What is it? A bsky event to help writers find new alpha readers, beta readers, and/or critique partners! When is it happening? 8 February 2025. No time zone restrictions. As long as it’s Feb 8 somewhere, #CritPit is happening! Who can participate? All writers who have something for which they’d like to find a reader/partner! This includes novels, novellas, short stories, etc. How to participate 1. Create a short (single post-length) pitch to describe your work. Your pitch doesn’t need to be perfect, but it should tell people what your writing is about! 2. Post up to 3 works, 1 post per work 3. Include the #CritPit hashtag! 4. To help people find you, include an age category tag and at least 1 genre tag (see bit.ly/CritPit for a list of tags) 5. If a pitch interests you, leave a comment to let the writer know! FAQ Am I allowed to like pitches? Yes! Anyone can like, comment, and/or repost! Go wild! Are agents/editors participating? This is NOT an event for pitching to agents/editors. This is for writers to find other writers. Agents/editors who are also writers may participate, but do so as writers only. Can I include a moodboard/graphic? Do I HAVE to include a moodboard/graphic? Graphics (moodboards, “a guide to,” etc.) are not required but they are allowed. Do include alt text for all images. Do not use AI-generated content. Finding a match You do not have to work with everyone to comments/volunteers as a reader! Recommended first steps for a potential match: 1. Discuss whether you’ll be swapping (reading for each other) or just 1 person will read for the other. 2. Share a slightly longer blurb + any content/trigger warnings. 3. Share a sample (like first 1-2 chapters) so you can see if you vibe (reader is interested/engaged & writer feels the feedback style of the reader works for them). 4. Always notify someone if you don’t think you’ll be a good fit, can’t make the time commitment, or can’t finish once you start.
January 31, 2025 at 5:06 AM
hlcarterauthor.bsky.social
I guess I'd better start prepping for #CritPit and #Questpit.
February 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
briannahwrites.bsky.social
We're about 3 days out from #CritPit!! What's the most helpful comment/feedback you've gotten about your writing? What made it work for you?

#WritingCommunity #WriterSky #BookSky #Writers #AmQuerying #AmDrafting
briannahwrites.bsky.social Brianna Heath | Author @briannahwrites.bsky.social · Jan 31
All right, let's do this, #WritingCommunity! Next Saturday (Feb 8), I'm hosting #CritPit, an event for #writers to find critique partners and alpha/beta readers. The event is open to all writers! Please share widely!
#CritPit What is it? A bsky event to help writers find new alpha readers, beta readers, and/or critique partners! When is it happening? 8 February 2025. No time zone restrictions. As long as it’s Feb 8 somewhere, #CritPit is happening! Who can participate? All writers who have something for which they’d like to find a reader/partner! This includes novels, novellas, short stories, etc. How to participate 1. Create a short (single post-length) pitch to describe your work. Your pitch doesn’t need to be perfect, but it should tell people what your writing is about! 2. Post up to 3 works, 1 post per work 3. Include the #CritPit hashtag! 4. To help people find you, include an age category tag and at least 1 genre tag (see bit.ly/CritPit for a list of tags) 5. If a pitch interests you, leave a comment to let the writer know! FAQ Am I allowed to like pitches? Yes! Anyone can like, comment, and/or repost! Go wild! Are agents/editors participating? This is NOT an event for pitching to agents/editors. This is for writers to find other writers. Agents/editors who are also writers may participate, but do so as writers only. Can I include a moodboard/graphic? Do I HAVE to include a moodboard/graphic? Graphics (moodboards, “a guide to,” etc.) are not required but they are allowed. Do include alt text for all images. Do not use AI-generated content. Finding a match You do not have to work with everyone to comments/volunteers as a reader! Recommended first steps for a potential match: 1. Discuss whether you’ll be swapping (reading for each other) or just 1 person will read for the other. 2. Share a slightly longer blurb + any content/trigger warnings. 3. Share a sample (like first 1-2 chapters) so you can see if you vibe (reader is interested/engaged & writer feels the feedback style of the reader works for them). 4. Always notify someone if you don’t think you’ll be a good fit, can’t make the time commitment, or can’t finish once you start.
February 5, 2025 at 5:51 AM
briannahwrites.bsky.social
Just a reminder to leave your #CritPit pitches up so any potential readers who weren't able to browse the tag today has a chance to still take a look!
February 9, 2025 at 3:58 AM
milosometimes.bsky.social
Good luck to those doing #CritPit ! I'm a lil disappointed that I can't throw my hat in the ring (way too early in my current WIP), but I'll be cheering on from afar
February 8, 2025 at 3:08 PM
briannahwrites.bsky.social
Full list of hashtags can be found at bit.ly/CritPit

I went back and forth on how micro to make the tags, and for now, I'm keeping it fairly broad! If I've missed a major category though, let me know!
Hashtags for #CritPit
Hashtags for #CritPit Listed below are tags for Age Category, Genre, Length, and Story Content. These are based on tags and categories used by PitBlk and SmallPitch. Please use at least 1 age categor...
bit.ly
January 31, 2025 at 5:06 AM
ftzahra.bsky.social
Hi #CritPit!

Armed with three obscure clues, one reluctant partner, and zero memories, seventeen-year-old Safa Rizwan has one month to reverse her death. #YA

As I'm diving into revisions soon, I'd love to connect with someone I can do weekly-ish chapter swaps with!
February 8, 2025 at 4:55 PM
oliviariesling.bsky.social
We're all getting hyped for #CritPit, right? Because I am inconsolable.

#WritingCommunity
February 4, 2025 at 11:07 PM
briannahwrites.bsky.social
#CritPIt - LET'S GOOOOO!
(I'm so excited to see everyone's pitches! You can do 1 per WIP and up to 3 per person!)
(P.S. Remember there's no time zone on this so if it's Feb 8, you can post!)
(P.P.S. Remember alt text if your post has images!)
#WritingCommunity #WriterSky
February 8, 2025 at 6:49 AM
florencechien.com
Someone once told me that interiority is what pulls most of the weight in making readers feel connected with the character and that really stuck with me!
#WritingCommunity #WriterSky #BookSky #Writers #AmQuerying #AmDrafting #CritPit
briannahwrites.bsky.social Brianna Heath | Author @briannahwrites.bsky.social · Feb 5
We're about 3 days out from #CritPit!! What's the most helpful comment/feedback you've gotten about your writing? What made it work for you?

#WritingCommunity #WriterSky #BookSky #Writers #AmQuerying #AmDrafting
briannahwrites.bsky.social Brianna Heath | Author @briannahwrites.bsky.social · Jan 31
All right, let's do this, #WritingCommunity! Next Saturday (Feb 8), I'm hosting #CritPit, an event for #writers to find critique partners and alpha/beta readers. The event is open to all writers! Please share widely!
February 5, 2025 at 8:15 AM
smoking-gnu.bsky.social
So, anyone else here aiming to take part in #Critpit on Saturday?
#Writingcommunity
#Writing
#Writers
#Writesky
February 5, 2025 at 2:48 PM
briannahwrites.bsky.social
#CritPit is THIS Saturday!! 🎉 As you browse pitches, you can put all the relevant tags in one search if you're interested in reading something specific. For example, search for #CritPit #A #R #LGBT and you'll get all the posts for LGBTQIA+ adult romance! (And don't forget tags on your own posts!)
briannahwrites.bsky.social Brianna Heath | Author @briannahwrites.bsky.social · Jan 31
All right, let's do this, #WritingCommunity! Next Saturday (Feb 8), I'm hosting #CritPit, an event for #writers to find critique partners and alpha/beta readers. The event is open to all writers! Please share widely!
#CritPit What is it? A bsky event to help writers find new alpha readers, beta readers, and/or critique partners! When is it happening? 8 February 2025. No time zone restrictions. As long as it’s Feb 8 somewhere, #CritPit is happening! Who can participate? All writers who have something for which they’d like to find a reader/partner! This includes novels, novellas, short stories, etc. How to participate 1. Create a short (single post-length) pitch to describe your work. Your pitch doesn’t need to be perfect, but it should tell people what your writing is about! 2. Post up to 3 works, 1 post per work 3. Include the #CritPit hashtag! 4. To help people find you, include an age category tag and at least 1 genre tag (see bit.ly/CritPit for a list of tags) 5. If a pitch interests you, leave a comment to let the writer know! FAQ Am I allowed to like pitches? Yes! Anyone can like, comment, and/or repost! Go wild! Are agents/editors participating? This is NOT an event for pitching to agents/editors. This is for writers to find other writers. Agents/editors who are also writers may participate, but do so as writers only. Can I include a moodboard/graphic? Do I HAVE to include a moodboard/graphic? Graphics (moodboards, “a guide to,” etc.) are not required but they are allowed. Do include alt text for all images. Do not use AI-generated content. Finding a match You do not have to work with everyone to comments/volunteers as a reader! Recommended first steps for a potential match: 1. Discuss whether you’ll be swapping (reading for each other) or just 1 person will read for the other. 2. Share a slightly longer blurb + any content/trigger warnings. 3. Share a sample (like first 1-2 chapters) so you can see if you vibe (reader is interested/engaged & writer feels the feedback style of the reader works for them). 4. Always notify someone if you don’t think you’ll be a good fit, can’t make the time commitment, or can’t finish once you start.
February 6, 2025 at 5:47 PM
briannahwrites.bsky.social
How'd #CritPit go for everyone? Found any readers? Anything you're interested in reading?

#WritingCommunity
February 9, 2025 at 7:44 PM
smoking-gnu.bsky.social
Hello there #writerCheckIn

Today has been worse than most recent ones. More of "the shitshow" leaked through my defences and I’ve been stewing in that all day.

In feb I’m working towards finishing my current writing WIP draft and taking part in #Critpit and #Questpit
#Writingcommunity
#writing
eliseswords.eurosky.social Elise (they/them)🇦🇺 🏳️‍⚧️ @eliseswords.eurosky.social · Feb 2
Welcome to February's #WriterCheckIn!
(1st Sun every month, on Bsky & Mastodon.)

Updating the prompt image to account for a certain shitstorm:

1. How are you?

2. Are you setting & working towards Feb writerly goals, doing what you can when you can, or taking a break?

#Writing #WritingCommunity
Background image: two sprigs of leaves frame left, ink well dip pens frame bottom, sheet of paper centred with text; #WriterCheckIn (March) Which wip is your focus? Research/ draft/ edit/ publish/ promo goals? Any writerly/ authorly learnings to share? Participating in any writer/ author; events, cons, competitions or pitch parties? Hosted by:@eliseswritings.bsky.social Photo Credit: Kelly Sikkema
February 2, 2025 at 2:19 PM
adregem.bsky.social
To secure her brother’s freedom, Sunday storms the dark realm ruled by the terrifying Moth King and makes a deal with his mysterious enemy, only to learn that she’s trusted the wrong monster. #CritPit #A #F
To secure her brother’s freedom, Sunday storms the dark realm ruled by the terrifying Moth King and makes a deal with his mysterious enemy, only to learn that she’s trusted the wrong monster. #CritPit #A #F
February 8, 2025 at 6:14 PM
oliviariesling.bsky.social
I’m heading a typewriter workshop tomorrow, so I won’t be around for most of #CritPit 😞
February 7, 2025 at 11:53 PM
melyndaloa2050.bsky.social
Protecting the inhabitants from the primordial oppressors that prospect fuze, raw magic created by mortal emotions.
#CritPit
February 8, 2025 at 10:03 PM
meggauck.bsky.social
💜 to save her late grandma's home, a 18 yo historical reenactor travels back in time and works with a pair of 19th c. inventors to put on fake seances

🖤the "sample" chapters are ready + the full will be done by March

🤍looking for betas or CPs (willing to swap, though i might be slow) #CritPit #YA
meggauck.bsky.social Meg Gauck @meggauck.bsky.social · Jan 24
WIZARD OF OZ x 19th c. Spiritualism

chaotic ace theatre kids ft.
⏱️time traveling as an internship
🔮 conning grieving widows for fun
🖤falling in love with someone already long-dead
♾️lethal time loops
🕯️“this fake séance is brought to you by Spirit Halloween + AAA batteries”

#YouDeservepIt #YA #WIP
3x3 moodboard with predominantly gold and purple hues top row: a candle reflection in a mirror, a dark-haired woman wearing a blank mask, and two people walking through a portrait lined corridor middle row: a porcelain teacup, a golden pocketwatch, and purple flowers bottom row: a hand throwing dust in the air, the skirts of someone running, and a dark-haired woman crying into someone's shoulder
February 8, 2025 at 3:38 PM
soph-pl.bsky.social
Hi beta/CP seekers,
I don’t have anything for you just now, but I’ll be liking #CritPit posts to boost you. If you’d like me to repost as well, lmk: ❤️ below!
I don’t have too much bandwidth to BR/CP at the mo (and I’m terrible at α), but never say never… the temptation might be too strong…
February 8, 2025 at 11:55 AM
eliseswords.eurosky.social
Perfect timing and motivation to finish this round of edits 😀. Looks like I'm doing #CritPit for beta reader seeking this Saturday (and my Sunday because international dates 😉).

#Writers, see bellow if you're seeking alpha/ #betareaders or critique partners.
#WritingCommunity
briannahwrites.bsky.social Brianna Heath | Author @briannahwrites.bsky.social · Jan 31
All right, let's do this, #WritingCommunity! Next Saturday (Feb 8), I'm hosting #CritPit, an event for #writers to find critique partners and alpha/beta readers. The event is open to all writers! Please share widely!
#CritPit What is it? A bsky event to help writers find new alpha readers, beta readers, and/or critique partners! When is it happening? 8 February 2025. No time zone restrictions. As long as it’s Feb 8 somewhere, #CritPit is happening! Who can participate? All writers who have something for which they’d like to find a reader/partner! This includes novels, novellas, short stories, etc. How to participate 1. Create a short (single post-length) pitch to describe your work. Your pitch doesn’t need to be perfect, but it should tell people what your writing is about! 2. Post up to 3 works, 1 post per work 3. Include the #CritPit hashtag! 4. To help people find you, include an age category tag and at least 1 genre tag (see bit.ly/CritPit for a list of tags) 5. If a pitch interests you, leave a comment to let the writer know! FAQ Am I allowed to like pitches? Yes! Anyone can like, comment, and/or repost! Go wild! Are agents/editors participating? This is NOT an event for pitching to agents/editors. This is for writers to find other writers. Agents/editors who are also writers may participate, but do so as writers only. Can I include a moodboard/graphic? Do I HAVE to include a moodboard/graphic? Graphics (moodboards, “a guide to,” etc.) are not required but they are allowed. Do include alt text for all images. Do not use AI-generated content. Finding a match You do not have to work with everyone to comments/volunteers as a reader! Recommended first steps for a potential match: 1. Discuss whether you’ll be swapping (reading for each other) or just 1 person will read for the other. 2. Share a slightly longer blurb + any content/trigger warnings. 3. Share a sample (like first 1-2 chapters) so you can see if you vibe (reader is interested/engaged & writer feels the feedback style of the reader works for them). 4. Always notify someone if you don’t think you’ll be a good fit, can’t make the time commitment, or can’t finish once you start.
February 3, 2025 at 1:12 AM
eliseswords.eurosky.social
Walking the Knife's Edge needs Beta Readers!

Rarkin's critical, untrusting & his default is aggressive. Trauma & toxic masculinity fuel his autistic logic to keep people at arm's length; until they get in and he Q's EVERYTHING.

If this YA SciFi-Fantasy interests you, please let me know! #CritPit
eliseswords.eurosky.social Elise (they/them)🇦🇺 🏳️‍⚧️ @eliseswords.eurosky.social · Jan 13
Brock Heights is rundown, crap & Rarkin wants OUT. He's a teen w. a temper, a soft spot for his mum &lone wolf ways that could get him killed

Monster Containment training =new friends & escape, if PTSD suppressed memories it stirs don't break him

OUTSIDERS X FINAL FANTASY
#Q #YA #F #Dis
#BluePit 📖
5 Photos clustered around centre. Left: Male in hoody with head bowed, slumped against concrete wall. 'Long and dark is the tunnel.' Brick ceilinged, domed tunnel with light shining at the end. Path through moss covered, branching trees and greenery. Path up rocky mountain slope into cloud (one my travel picks from New Zewland, as is forest & tunnel). Group of 4 male friends smiling, hands on shoulders, leaning towards each other. Castle tower in stone wall rising from hills. Figure on rocky slope viewing sunset through valley.
February 8, 2025 at 1:27 PM
virtualsynth.bsky.social
Hello there! For #CritPit, I'm looking for #A #SF beta readers. Definitely open to a swap. And the novel...

BULLETS FOR BUSHIDO

Comps: Persephone Station, Dark Run, Ten Low + Cowboy Bebop & Firefly.

The pitch:
February 8, 2025 at 9:22 PM
author-rosie-dawn.bsky.social
#QueerWriters Monday: Goals Day!

I’ve received some incredibly constructive feedback thanks to the #CritPit and Reddit volunteers.

I’ll be evaluating and editing my outline this week to incorporate that feedback.

Many thanks to the #WritingCommunity for assisting me in developing~🌟

#LGBTQWriters
amaralynn.bsky.social AmaraJLynn 🦹 drafting Fire & Feathers @amaralynn.bsky.social · Feb 10
#queerwriters Monday: Goals Day!

What do you hope to accomplish this week? Can be anything, big or small! Let us know so we can cheer you on!

#WritingCommunity #lgbtqwriters
Background: pink purple and blue gradient. Text: #Queerwriters What are your goals this week? Monday, Saturday, Sunday All LGBTQIAP writers welcome
February 10, 2025 at 4:42 PM
reyanth.bsky.social
Looking for sensitivity readers for my second world #adult #fantasy highlighting #lgbtq #lgbtqia #disability #trans #bipoc characters in a unique desert oasis city setting. Political intrigue. 0 racism, systemic or otherwise.

Alpah/beta readers also welcome. I'm willing to swap critiques!

#Critpit
February 8, 2025 at 1:47 PM
aziossman.bsky.social
Hey #booktok baddies! 💙📚⏰ Do you want to be part of a book's development? Do you want to be able to talk directly with the author about your thoughts on the story?

Scroll thru my feed! I've reposted so many talented authors pitching their works for #Critpit, and they're all seeking betas like you!
February 9, 2025 at 3:13 AM