What others are saying about No Red Pen - Writers, Writing Groups & Critique It's good to be reminded that "the basics" about how to be in or lead a writing group really do exist AND they can be clearly transmitted. In NO RED PEN, a clear thinker and an incredibly organized writer takes us through all the steps. Every teacher of writing from high school through graduate school should have a copy of Vicki Hudson's very fine handbook. I found a gem in every chapter. Eloise Klein Healy, Founder and Editor, Arktoi Books, , "Allowing others to read and.