[header] How to critique creative writing [title] Don't critique the work without first being asked to. [step] The writers who are most open to having their work read and evaluated by others are those who ask for it. Usually, writers who can't handle feedback aren't willing to put their work out for critiquing. 
[title] Understand what kind of critique the writer expects. [step] Discuss what kind of feedback the writer is looking for before you review the manuscript.