Community Guidelines for the Critique Partner Connection

The Critique Partner Connection is a dedicated space for writers to connect with and find critique partners for their work. Our community is built on respect, encouragement, and a shared love for writing.

The Critique Partner Connection is provided as a free service to support writers in finding and collaborating with critique partners. While we strive to foster a safe and supportive community, please be aware:

  • We are not legally responsible for the actions or behavior of any members. While our database helps to facilitate connections between writers, interactions and exchanges are conducted at your own risk.

  • Your use of The Critique Partner Connection and engagement with other members is completely voluntary. By choosing to use this database and interact with its members, you acknowledge and accept the inherent risks of such interactions.

  • We do not endorse or vouch for the credibility, skill, or behavior of any members. It is your responsibility to conduct any necessary due diligence before engaging with other writers.

  • We encourage all members to report any concerning behavior, but we cannot guarantee immediate resolution or personal mediation in disputes.

By using The Critique Partner Connection, you agree to these terms and understand that you are participating at your own discretion and risk.

To ensure the best experience for all members, we ask that you abide by the following guidelines. These guidelines may be updated periodically to address new issues or reflect changes in our community. Failure to adhere to the following guidelines may result in a warning, temporary suspension, or permanent ban from the community, depending on the severity and nature of the violation.

You MUST be 18 years of age or older to use the Critique Partner Connection.

1. Be Respectful

  • Treat all members with respect and courtesy.

  • No harassment of any kind. Racism, homophobia, transphobia, and any other offensive language will not be tolerated.

  • Avoid language that is discriminatory, harassing, abusive, or hateful.

  • Respect people's boundaries and confidentiality.

2. Provide Constructive Feedback

  • When critiquing others' work, be honest but also constructive. Aim to provide feedback that is helpful, not hurtful.

  • Remember that behind each piece of writing is a person. Be kind and encouraging.

3. No Spam or Self-Promotion

  • This community is for growth and connection, not advertising.

  • All forms of self-promotion, advertising, and solicitation are prohibited.

4. Share Your Content Safely

  • Maintain a professional and appropriate tone.

  • Members are required to exercise caution and consideration by providing a clear and conspicuous warning at the beginning of any content that may contain potentially triggering or distressing material. This includes, but is not limited to, topics such as violence, abuse, mental health crises, or other sensitive subjects. The warning should briefly describe the nature of the content to allow other members to make informed decisions about their engagement.

  • If your content includes any material that is considered Not Safe for Work (NSFW), such as explicit language, sexual content, or graphic imagery, you must precede it with a prominent warning. Additionally, you must verify and ensure that any critique partner you engage with is at least 18 years of age before sharing such content.

  • Follow all applicable laws and regulations.

5. Protect Privacy

  • Do not share personal information about others without their explicit consent.

  • Do not copy content or ideas from any other writer.

  • Be cautious about sharing your own personal information with others.

  • This community is exclusively for writers who have signed up with the Critique Partner Connection. You are always welcome to invite other writers to fill out the Critique Partner intake form. Please do not share your database link with anyone else.

6. Encourage and Support

  • We're here to support each other's writing journeys. Encourage your fellow members and celebrate their successes.

  • Offer help and advice when you can, and seek out opportunities to collaborate in positive ways.

7. Report Concerns

  • If you see something that violates these guidelines, please report it to lauren@laurenkaywrites.com immediately. We're committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming space.

8. Stay Engaged

  • Do your best to respond in a polite and timely fashion to connection requests from other writers, even if you are not interested in collaborating with them.

  • Share your ideas and suggestions to improve the community. We value your input!

Thank you so much for being part of the Critique Partner Connection. Let's work together to keep it a positive, inspiring place for all writers.