Wednesday, September 2, 2020

IWSG Blog Hop: What Author Will I Choose to be My Beta Reader?

 

Hello and Welcome to the Focused on Story Blog AND the Insecure Writers Support Group Blog Hop


Always on the first Wednesday of the month.

What is the Insecure Writer's Support Group?
Founded by author Alex J. Cavanaugh, the Insecure Writer’s Support Group offers support for writers and authors alike. It provides an online database, articles and tips, a monthly blog posting, a Facebook and Instagram group, Twitter, and a monthly newsletter. To find out more, click this link:  Insecure Writer’s Support Group

The purpose of the group is 
* to share and encourage. 
* Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. 
* Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. 
*It’s a safe haven for insecure writers of all kinds! 
You're invited to become a member of this supportive group. Click here to sign-up to join.
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Question of the Month

Question Mark Image by Peggy und Marco Lachmann-Anke from Pixabay 
September 2 question - If you could choose one author, living or dead, to be your beta partner, who would it be and why?

Ooh, what a delicious question. So many possibilities. I choose Jan Karon, author of the Mitford series. 
  • Jan is witty, and I like humor in my writing. 
  • She can put words down on the page that draw out so many different emotions while drawing in readers. 
  • Her characters are loved by people all over the world. 
  • The scenes move the action along. 
Another reason to choose Jan to read and give feedback on my story is she is a gentle person and would probably be kind!
I am anxious to read the blog posts this month to see what authors are favorites of the IWSG bloggers.
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Happy IWSG Day!!
Happy September!!
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16 comments:

Computer Tutor said...

As one with very thin skin, I like your final comment about Jan being kind.

Natalie Aguirre said...

I haven't heard of Jan either. I will have to check out her books.

emaginette said...

She sounds great! :-)

Anna from elements of emaginette

Loni Townsend said...

She sounds like a fun choice. :)

J Lenni Dorner said...

It's so fun to see who everyone is picking! My poor, poor, TBR list... ha ha ha.

J.Q. Rose said...

If you want a warm, friendly feel good story, you'll want to start with book 1 and keep going.

J.Q. Rose said...

I probably should have put being kind as the first thing!

J.Q. Rose said...

I hope you will. I'm sure they are available at your library.

J.Q. Rose said...

I hope you like her stories.

J.Q. Rose said...

I know! Glad I read eBooks on my Kindle. Otherwise my TBR pile of books would fill my office!

L. Diane Wolfe said...

We want honesty but we like it gentle!

J.Q. Rose said...

So true! Thanks for stopping by.

Fundy Blue said...

Hi, J.Q.! Jan Karon is a super choice! I like kind people, especially these days. I'm working on setting up an author's page. I really like your media kit. I'm going to follow your example. Happy fall!

Marsha said...

Hey, J. Q. What an intriguing question. I've heard of Jan, but haven't read any of her books.Maybe I'll have to give her a try. I confess to having a limited range of the books I read. LOL I like what I like and don't vary far. The kindness factor is so important. I've shared.

J.Q. Rose said...

Thanks, Fundy for so many kind words. Especially appreciate your compliments on the media kit. Looking forward to seeing your author's page!

J.Q. Rose said...

Thank you, Marsha. I love the main character in the Mitford series, an Episcopalian priest. Talk about kindness and funny. When his dog gets rowdy, he just recites a Bible verse and the dog calms down. I really got attached to the characters in the little town. Hope you check it out at the library.
Thanks for sharing!

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