Writing Circles

It’s Okay To Ask For Help

Writing Circles

Show Notes

What does it mean to have a writing partner, and what does it mean to give quality feedback? Tiffany talks about the first time she asks Meg to read an essay, and they both discuss how much they have evolved as writers and how necessary it is to know what type of feedback you want.

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