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I'm new to this group, and hope to make friends with some like minded people, who are willing to share ideas and critiques. Writers need writers to improve their work!

My preferred genre is horror, family sagas, and general fiction. I'm currently doing another course to improve a collection of short stories I want to rewrite, and get to publishable standard before I send them out to some of the publishers who still print short stories. I'd be delighted to share some of the tips I've learned, where I went wrong before, and how I'm fixing those mistakes.

Metta
 
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Welcome, Metta! I'm sure you will meet many like-minded people here on Litopia. We're a varied and very friendly bunch! While you're exploring the site, remember to check out Pop-Up Submissions, too. Lots of great stuff there every week (Sundays from 5pm UK time but available 24/7 on YouTube). I look forward to seeing you around the Colony.
 
A very warm welcome to the colony, @Metta

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Hi @Metta , so happy to meet you! I'm also focussing on short stories at the moment (although in the fantasy genre), so I'm sure you will have some great tips!
 
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I'm new to this group, and hope to make friends with some like minded people, who are willing to share ideas and critiques. Writers need writers to improve their work!

My preferred genre is horror, family sagas, and general fiction. I'm currently doing another course to improve a collection of short stories I want to rewrite, and get to publishable standard before I send them out to some of the publishers who still print short stories. I'd be delighted to share some of the tips I've learned, where I went wrong before, and how I'm fixing those mistakes.

Metta
Hi Metta! I know the feeling all too well. Past mistakes make one stronger !!! I write in all genres, love horror flicks - hopefully will read some of your work soon. :)
 

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