This week’s question:
Inspired by the spectacular melt down of Jacqueline Howett on Big Al’s Book Blog, how do you deal with a bad review?
Please join in in welcoming Nichole Chase from Nichole Chase with this week’s answer.
I haven't officially published any of my works yet, but I hope that I would handle a bad review with grace. I think that the only appropriate way to respond to a review is to say thank you, and in most cases only in a private forum (email, or private message). Bad reviews hurt, even if they are handled in a professional manner. The hurt the author experiences should be kept private, and only shared with friends. Eat some chocolate cake, and watch a good movie- That is how I would handle a bad review. Probably shed a few tears to my friends or my husband, and then move on! You can always get better!
I haven't officially published any of my works yet, but I hope that I would handle a bad review with grace. I think that the only appropriate way to respond to a review is to say thank you, and in most cases only in a private forum (email, or private message). Bad reviews hurt, even if they are handled in a professional manner. The hurt the author experiences should be kept private, and only shared with friends. Eat some chocolate cake, and watch a good movie- That is how I would handle a bad review. Probably shed a few tears to my friends or my husband, and then move on! You can always get better!
Adding this link to Nathan Bransford's blog about this here and here. The first link addresses the virtual witchhunt this writer endured, the second is advice on how to handle negative reviews.
There's nothing more to add to his words there, and he says it all better than anyone else could.
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I write while walking on my treadmill at a very sloooow 1 mph. I can burn up about 400 calories with a couple hours of writing. I also have a desk in the front room, but if the weather's gorgeous that's not a good idea, since I tend to look out and daydream....
ReplyDeleteI love that you use writing as exercise! That is definitely a new one LOL! If I had a treadmill I would try it! Happy Friday!
ReplyDeleteHop, hop, hop. I'm a little fat blog bunny.
ReplyDeleteA window is good! Saved many a minute of block by noticing one tiny thing that set the ball rolling!
ReplyDeleteHi! I'm a new follower from the writer's hop. I just finished reading your post about Jane Eyre. I'm looking forward to seeing that. Always liked the darker side. :)
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Gabrielle Bisset
http://gbisset.blogspot.com/
I like to write stretched out in my recliner in the living room. My dog usually pushes his way onto my legs and falls asleep, which I like less. When I want to get very, very serious (and ditch the dog), I write in my new comfy office chair in the office area of my bedroom.
ReplyDeleteHi Pam! I am so not coordinated enough to write and walk at the same time LOL I do however grab my Kindle and read while I'm on the treamill. I use my laptop to write so I'm usually on my bed, where it's the most comfy. Hope you enjoy your weekend!
ReplyDeleteYou can find me here - Writings Of A Dreamer
Thank you for following Gabrielle. Your blog is beautiful!
ReplyDeletePaige, with all that snow, I don't know what yu can see out the window up there!
Hello! This is my first bloghop--it's fun! I like your blog!
ReplyDeleteJanet B Taylor
http://www.janetbtaylor.com/
Pam, you are a genius! I may have to steal your idea and attempt to walk and write! :) Happy Friday!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by Michele! You sound well equipped-- sleeping dog and all. I have a cat, but she doesn't have anything to do with me. I'm just the Feeder.
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting Belinda! As I said, it's a sloooow 1 mph. But you look at the screen and wowza! 400 calories! There's a lot of authors who do this... try googling walking desk if you ever feel adventurous.
Good to see you here Janet! Your site is lovely-- I stopped by and commented on the Zombie post. Hope you come back again!
Pambo, love the idea...I have my office in the front of the house and my writting desk in the kitchen.
ReplyDeleteYou win the multitasking award of the Year! You are one awesome lady :)
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