Writing.comReviews 236

Are you a writer? A poet? Do you enjoy fiction of a particular genre and looking for examples of works to read? All the above?

Then Writing.Com may be for you. With over a Million members, I thought I'd give this site a try. Now two years later, I've found not only a spot which provides valued feedback on my writing but a community which allowed my talent to grow. Offering contests of every flavor, writer's reviews, prompts, and much more, Writing.com is everything you'll need to expand your ability and find a community of like-minded, helpful individuals.

Whether you have been writing prose or poetry for years, or are just starting out, Writing.Com has the best tool to help you improve. Constructive reviews by others who are also learning. Yes there are some extremely competent and noted writers on this site and their guidance is invaluable. Also, you can read and review other peoples writings, because regardless of your writing experience, you know what you enjoy reading. There are fun competitions for those who like a challenge and you get to set you own degree of privacy or social interaction. Can highly recommend to any budding poet or author. Just one warning, you will enjoy it so much, you won't have time for facebook or twitter lol.

This is more than a transaction, I need my relationship with this site in order to feel whole inside. That's what Writing.com has done for me as a person, and an individual. As a member with more than 13 years invested in this site, it just is a wonderful place to write poetry, short stories, editorial pieces, whatever it is you want to express in writing - this is the place for you! Come check it out - you won't leave anytime soon.

So long as you are interested in writing as a whole, I think this site would offer a fairly nice experience. It has a competent set-up and more or less allows for any type of writing, regardless of genre or maturity, so long as you've marked it correctly. If I had to mention an issue I have it would be the minimum ways of commenting on something. The only means are through either reviews or personal messages, which whilst they may let you get your message across, leave a bit to be desired.

Whether you simply read, or write for the site, there are plenty of hidden gems and activities to make a paid membership worth it. Not ALL stories are great... or even good, readers have to admit that, and it does take a while to find them, but it is very interesting to see some of these authors grow. Unfortunately, there is little external incentive for the authors to take the criticism and actually change their story. The connections and networking are a bonus- as it is quite difficult to find people who enjoy talking about writing outside in the real world.

My go-to place for everything. Writing, reviews, friends, contests... WdC is the best website. I'm celebrating my sixth year today, and I've been so happy through all these years. Reviewers have helped me improve my skills. Contests inspired me to write. Fund-raising activities are a blast. We have many more fun things to do outside of writing. Anyone reading this should join. It's enriched my life. You can even join with a free membership. Give it a try. I'm telling you, it's an awesome place to hang. I'd be lost without my WdC friends.