It's something I've been thinking about doing, but I'm extra sensitive about the stuff I'm working on. If it's already published, there's not much I can do, and if it got to that stage then somebody out there liked it enough for me to go ahead with it. But, if I put something new out there and it gets shot down - then I might scratch the whole thing.
So, I'm curious - what do other authors do?
I personally never tease a WIP. I think I'm a little too timid to put out my unpolished work. Plus I kind of just want it to be a surprise.
ReplyDeleteHowever, I know many authors who do tease and love it. They like to get feedback and it helps them form their ideas. Plus it can spark interest and generate a following.
That was probably not helpful at all. Sorry:)
It depends on how far along I am, I suppose. If it's the first draft, no; I keep that train wreck to myself. But if I'm cleaning it up, or nearly done, then I always appreciate feedback. I get trapped inside my own head sometimes with a story and it's helpful to have outside opinions.
ReplyDeleteI've never teased a WIP before either, but I can definitely see the benefits... Think I'll be a little too shy until I nail an agent and he/she confirms my idea isn't crap... ;)
ReplyDeleteI know a guy who put his book up on his web site one chapter at a time as he finished writing each one! I don't think I'm that brave. After all, I have been known to change my mind about the direction I'm taking. :-D
ReplyDeleteTalia - I just wanted to let you know I've given you an award on my blog.
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I couldn't do it, I'm very insecure about my writing. It would be hard for me to decide whether a comment was helpful or not, or to be affected by it and give it up. Even blog posts makes me nervous, I always imagine it sucks and my writing will be judged by that. So, no, not for me.
ReplyDeleteBut if a person is strong and resilient enough, why not? Could work.
Thanks Deborah.
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