♡ 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚 ♡

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TITLE

• Is the title interesting and relevant to the subject matter?

• Does the title draw attention to it by corresponding with the cover?

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OPENING

• Did the opening grab my attention?

• Is the lead sentence compelling?

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PLOT

• Is there an alternative point of view that'd fit the overall theme better?

• Was the chosen P.O.V. without fault executed?

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PACING

• Is the pacing too slow, too fast, or exactly right?

• Is the pacing appropriate for the genre?

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WORLD BUILDING

• Is the world condensed enough to be understood and does it have enough details to be intriguing?

• Is the world appropriate for the storyline?

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CHARACTER

• Do the characters react to events with realistic responses and emotions?

• Is there a steady persona to the character to begin with?

• Is there a comprehensible build-up for future character development?

• Do the characters have enough depth to make the development impactful?

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STYLE | TONE | APPROACH

• Is the writing style and tone fitting for the genre and each event?

• Did the style and tone add further thrill, excitement, or horror?

• Was the approach of writing the events considered before?

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DIALOGUE

• Do the dialogues feel real?

• Are there not enough, or too many dialogues?

• Do the dialogues seem plausible in accordance with the character's persona?

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FLOW

• Do sentences flow smoothly into each other?

• Are sentences difficult and complex written?

• Are there breaks of concentration in the writing flow due to the sentence structure?

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GRAMMAR

• Is the grammar mostly accurate?

• Were complex words wrongly used?

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FILLER

• Are there too many adverbs and adjectives and not enough vivid verbs?

• Does the story include unnecessary, filler-like events?

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ENDING

• Did the chapter leave me, wanting to read more?

• Is there a cliffhanger or a significant build-up I am keen on finding out?

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