Merry Mark-Up

"Merry Mark-Up" is a humorous parody which follows the format and the events of "Season's Critiquings" by imagining that yet another beloved holiday classic was submitted to a professional writing critique service for comments and criticisms. In the tradition of sequels, however, this time it's personal. The criticisms are harsher and the tone darkens. Don't know what to give your favorite published author or wannabe writer for Christmas? Ever wonder what would happen if a beloved Christmas tale was critiqued by a professional editor or writer's group? Has someone you know been working on a story for NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month)? This parody from the author of Frame Shop (a mystery thriller set in a suburban writers' group) will not only shed light on what writers have to go through when they get a critique, but will give you a smile and a chuckle to get you in the holiday spirit. Also, look for Holiday Workshopping and Santa Clauses and Phrases, the next critiques in the series. About the Donald J. Bingle is the author of three novels, several novellas, and about fifty shorter stories in the science fiction, fantasy, horror, thriller, steampunk, romance, mystery, comedy, and memoir genres. He was also the writing judge on BATV's Project Publish. He is a full/active member of the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America, International Thriller Writers, Horror Writers Association, International Association of Media Tie-In Writers, and Origins Game Fair Library. His book, Frame Shop, is set in a writers' group and is punctuated by violence, humor, and occasional writing advice. Remember, critiquing another writer can be murder. Find out more about him and his writing at www. donaldjbingle. com.