prose critiques

Prose Critique #17

Clear away clutter to achieve a clearer effect

May 11 •

Parker Peevyhouse

Prose Critique #16

Resist the urge to explain (R.U.E.)

May 4 •

Parker Peevyhouse

Prose Critique #15

Use modifiers sparingly

Apr 20 •

Parker Peevyhouse

Prose Critique: Dustborn

Use active verbs and strong adjectives to balance description and pacing

Feb 24 •

Parker Peevyhouse

Prose Critique: Kindling

Narrow your details while establishing your storyworld

Feb 17 •

Parker Peevyhouse

Prose Critique #14

Use word order to create clear imagery

Feb 7 •

Parker Peevyhouse

Prose Critique #13

Use precise language to invoke imagery instantly

Nov 18, 2023 •

Parker Peevyhouse

Prose Critique #12

Break up dialog with narration that reveals motivations

Nov 3, 2023 •

Parker Peevyhouse

Prose Critique #11

Use description to draw out suspenseful moments

Oct 21, 2023 •

Parker Peevyhouse

Prose Critique #10

Use dialog and body language to realistically convey stress

Oct 13, 2023 •

Parker Peevyhouse

Prose Critique #9

Use descriptions of the setting to reveal the narrator's attitude

Sep 16, 2023 •

Parker Peevyhouse

Prose Critique: Don't Let In The Cold

I was lucky enough to read an early copy of Keely Parrack’s YA thriller, Don’t Let In The Cold, and I’m intrigued by the changes Keely made to prepare…

Sep 2, 2023 •

Parker Peevyhouse

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