t a few hours after anyone critiques my work — you should find yourself eager to revise your …irtual, and they can be other writers in your field or genre, or a diverse group of creative types. Having people critique your drafts can be intimidating, but there’s no substitute for getting first readers’ advice about what you should edit or revise. As Pollack puts it: “After a period of resistance — I usually feel sick to my stomach for at least a few hours after anyone critiques my work — you should find yourself eager to revise your draft to make it stronger.”