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No time wasted
Christina gave me straight-to-the-point feedback on what my query letter was missing. In only ten minutes I got valuable information on how to shoot my shot. Worth every penny.
Ingrid P.
August 22, 2026
Friendly and Direct
I really appreciated Christina’s review of my query and first ten pages. She quickly and clearly identified the issues with my query and pages and gave me concrete direction for my revision process. I am confident my manuscript, as well as my ability to pitch it, will vastly improve. I plan to hire her for a more extensive review.
Keith Fentonmiller
August 20, 2026
A kind advocate with a keen eye
I was so glad to share my query letter and first page with Erica Finkel, who provided superb suggestions on how to make my writing more impactful. Erica has a keen eye and lasered in on where my letter needed trimming and where it could use a few more details. Because of Erica, I have a clear, manageable game plan. She’s a kind person who clearly cares deeply about helping writers.
Bud Jennings
August 20, 2026
A writer’s best friend
This is the second time I’ve virtually met with Amy Bishop-Wycisk, and I went into the meeting expecting a good experience. I got that and then some. Amy zeroed in on spots where I could make my query stronger—and she provided actionable pointers on how to do it. Amy is kind, congenial, and a great listener. She really is a fabulous resource for any writer.
Bud Jennings
August 20, 2026
Knows her stuff, and can apply it to mine
Noelle was simply excellent. She had read the material, understood it, analysed it and had very valuable ideas for how it could be made (even) better! She was encouraging as well as providing the hard feedback every author needs to make their work the very best it can be. I have already promised her an acknowledgement, because if it makes it to the bookshelves, it will be no small thanks to her! A very good session.
R Wright
August 20, 2026
Yippee!
Noelle was accessible, helpful, gracious and supremely generous.
It was a very good consult.
K-B Gressitt
August 20, 2026
Inspiring, Invaluable, Imaginative
I’ve never received as detailed, clear, and supportive a critique as the one written by Carina Licon.
Her overall manuscript comments for my picture book offered both telescopic and nuanced suggestions for rewrites.
Her line comments, connecting to the text, pinpointed those places in the story, which she either appreciated or where she saw the need for rewrites She places herself within the heart of the text; a trait that speaks of her imagination..
Carina’s feedback was so helpful that I was inspired immediately to sit down and write a draft incorporating virtually all of her suggestions. Most important, it was fun, not tedious.
I plan to sign up for another Manuscript Academy critique from Carina.
Writers will find Carina’s critiques invaluable.
Robin Heald
August 19, 2026
Ageless Literary Wisdom
Since I decided in 2019 that I wanted to become a traditionally published fiction author, Caitlin McDonald has always been at the top of my WISHLIST of Agents that I want to partner with.
Caitlin’s and my 15 minute Query & 10 page story review was nothing short of Spectacular!!! Every single one of the the peer, client, and literary reviews about Caitlin McDonald are right on. Experience, Insight, Knowledge, and knowing what it takes to take yourself to the next level and beyond, as a writer is Caitlin’s wheelhouse.
Would I pay to have more 1:1’s with Caitlin? HELL YES I WOULD!!! Caitlin, your are a Literary Angel Agent… I would be honored to have you review my work.
J&J – well done with your networking, honest feedback, and membership perks! : )
M.A. Rendino
August 19, 2026
Took my publishing package from C to A in minutes
Seeking an industry insider perspective from someone who cares deeply about you finding an agent? Choose Rebecca Raskin. Rebecca provided incredibly useful answers on genre/shelving, positioning and comps, query letter and manuscript. Specifically, she helped me realize that I’d made some rookie mistakes. First, my query letter didn’t have a strong enough hook and description like you would say to someone at a cocktail party. Second, it needed the full character plot and comps from debut authors in women’s fiction with a central romance theme. Third, my first 10 pages needed to ensure readers care about both my characters equally. Thanks to Rebecca’s actionable feedback, I was able to make material improvements in both my query letter and manuscript. Literally, her consultation took my publishing package from C to A. Highly recommend especially to debut authors who are new to traditional publishing.
Vicki Morris
August 17, 2026
Helpful written review issued ahead of time
I didn’t have to wait for the last minute to get Melissa’s review, which was a bonus (I did sign up early, so might not work the same for authors who drag their heels). It was a written review which included overall comments on what was good, what she didn’t think was working, and what might make it less saleable. Then there were some comments on specific points within my first ten pages. Very worth my investment.
Terry Lynch
August 16, 2026
super helpful query critique
I really appreciated the live query discussion with Katharine. She understood what I was trying to do and my questions, and her feedback was focused and thought-provoking. Definitely worthwhile (and enjoyable)!
Laura Marshall
August 16, 2026
Just What I Needed!
Molly was fabulous! I submitted my first ten pages of my YA romantic suspense to be critiqued. I also submitted my query as requested. Molly had encouraging things to say about my pages, concluding that they’re pretty much ready for querying. She gave me advice on how to improve the query letter, which I’ve done, and already sent off a few queries.
Susan Dalessandro
August 16, 2026