Feedback And Reviews

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Erica was so kind and helpful. I left our call feeling inspired and with a clear direction.

I’m so glad I booked a consultation. Erica was so helpful and gave me specific feedback regarding the query and first ten pages that left me feeling like I had a clear direction of where to go next. I left our call feeling inspired to jump back into the query and manuscript, rather than feeling daunted.

Kira Bruner
June 4, 2025

Timely advice and feedback for PB project!

Alyssa’s feedback was just what I needed before submitting to a publisher. She asked my specific concerns and deftly suggested a few edits and answered my concerns about clearly conveying the underlying message, from the perspective of both the art and words.

L. Martinez
June 4, 2025

Critique

Monica went above and beyond with her critique of my query and first 3 chapters. Her insight and advice was on point and helped me see what needed to be addressed. She was very kind and answered all my questions. I would definitely ask her to critique my book again

Sandy
June 4, 2025

Great Graphic Novel Feedback

Thanks Rachel for such a great review of my first 10 pages. Having my graphic novel manuscript reviewed by your professional eye definitely helped me make a revision plan, and the encouragement was so very nice. I feel ready and confident to get this manuscript into shape now!

Adrienne C.
May 13, 2025

Kelly “Gets” It

Unlike the majority of rejection letters that I’ve received for my middle-grade fantasy, Kelly Van Sant provided detailed feedback that focused on both my query letter and my first page. The goal of our meeting was to figure out why I wasn’t receiving “fulls” but only polite compliments.

Kelly totally zeroed in on my premise, and I felt like she totally “got” my setup, stakes, and themes. She suggested minor tweaks to the query and a refocus on the main character for the first page. Plus she answered all my questions. Our time spent together was well worth it.

Marilyn Petrokubi
May 13, 2025

Great reading and advice

Sheila’s great. She quickly helped me revise my query and gave thoughtful and helpful feedback to my first ten pages. I highly recommend her!

Karen Miller
May 13, 2025

The consultation with Bridget provided me with a clear direction for my manuscript and cleared out any insecurities with answers to my questions.

Daria Piskozub
May 13, 2025

Compassionate Critiques

Linda Camacho exudes consideration in her critiquing sessions. Not only did she show genuine interest in my project, but also as me as a person. In both sessions I had with her, she spent time to understand my manuscript by asking clarifying questions in addition to providing her thoughts. My query transformed under her guidance, and she offered much needed encouragement, insight into the industry, and advice in regards to my first ten pages. I am grateful for her time, and especially for how she treated me with empathy and not just another box to tick off in her busy schedule.

Hannah Teryn
May 13, 2025

I can’t thank her enough

Bridget was thoughtful, kind, and thorough in our consultation meeting. I am confident that her feedback will be invaluable in my querying journey!

Jamie Flockhart
May 13, 2025

The query letter pro

Thao opened my eyes to opportunities to improve my query letter which I am certain I would not have otherwise identified. She was kind and helpful. Thank you so much, Thao!

Jamie Flockhart
May 13, 2025

Well Done Dawn

Kaitlyn Sanchez said my picture book manuscript was well done. I’m so happy to hear this from a respected agent after I worked for years on my story. She gave me insights on how to edit my work to possibly increase an editor’s interest. This seasoned agent was very approachable and upbeat, yet so professional. This is the second time she gave me feedback on my work and I’ll seek her advice again soon. Thank you.

Dawn Byrne
May 13, 2025

Helpful!

Renee’s advice made a lot of sense, and she answered all of my questions. Overall, she was patient, professional, and very approachable. My query is so much better because of her help.

Karen Janowsky
May 13, 2025
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