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RE: The Inkpot Interview With @michelle.gent
Interesting to read an interview about the process of writing with a writer. Interesting to read different perspectives. I certainly know the devastation that a crap review can cause. My first book of poetry got some really snotty reviews and it took me over 6 years before I could publish another book. It was shattering.
I wish critics would think before they sharpen their pens!
The review I received wasn't a review per se - it was more of a professional editor's report. I've had bad reviews and I can shrug and think 'Each to his own' because it's clear the reader didn't like my style, story, plot or whatever.
I agree that sometimes, the person behind the pen (or keyboard) seems to just be venting his/her spleen and it's just nasty. There's never any need for that.
I started a book review site where there was no 'author-bashing', just constructive criticism. I think that's a better way to go.
Good Luck with your poetry :)