Hello all! I am a new author in need of writing critiques to tighten up my prose. I have had a few friends and family, who aren’t necessarily into the sci-fi genre I like to write. They have all said I am pretty good, with each one of them liking different parts of the short story I sent them. I have already submitted my first short story, but it takes 3-6 months to hear back, and I don’t want to spend that time idling. The dilemma, in order for my short story to be published I can’t post it on a public forum. I can only send it to individuals. Anyone in this community willing to help me with critiques? Thanks all!

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