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I feel like I have a strong idea of what I’ve done well and what I need to work on.
I met with Melissa Warten for the 10 minute query critique. I enjoyed working with her, so I came back for a 15 minute 10 page critique. Melissa is fantastic. I feel like I have a strong idea of what I’ve done well and what I need to work on. She is very approachable and extremely clear with her feedback. It is evident Melissa is passionate about literature. She arrives to the sessions prepared and excited to discuss the writer’s work. I highly recommend these sessions!
Marci Rubin
April 30, 2021
Specific, insightful suggestions
Whitney Ross was enormously helpful–in just our 10-minute discussion. She provided specific, insightful suggestions for my query letter–and she did so with real compassion and care. I am grateful for her recommendations and am inspired by her encouragement.
Bud Jennings
April 30, 2021
Smart, practical and kind
Very much enjoyed my talk with Kayla. After seeing her podcast, I knew she’d be great – smart, practical and kind. I definitely recommend a consultation with her.
Jayme Inman
April 22, 2021
I left the consult feeling motivated and encouraged about the direction of my writing
I met with Amy Bishop for a first page consult. She gave me specific, actionable constructive criticism to make my first page stronger, and pointed out a few issues to fix the tone of the character. I left the consult feeling motivated and encouraged about the direction of my writing.
Kathryn Wilson
April 22, 2021
Gave in-depth, invaluable advice
Lane was amazing and respectful. He effectively provided insight on my strengths and weaknesses as well as how to improve. Very knowledgeable, Lane dissected my pages and query and gave in-depth, invaluable advice. I 100% recommend Lane and I look forward to working with him again in the future.
Arien Skiba
April 22, 2021
Suggestions I could easily understand and incorporate without losing the integrity of my work
Caitlin had carefully read my ten pages and offered suggestions I could easily understand and incorporate without losing the integrity of my work. I found the session helpful and began editing after letting her directions settle. I have now rewritten the first chapter and feel it is improved. She was always courteous and on point.
Arabella Ark
April 22, 2021
She showed enthusiasm for my project while conveying some of the harsh realities of the publishing industry.
In our ten minute chat, Rachel was warm, welcoming and generous with her time. She showed enthusiasm for my project while conveying some of the harsh realities of the publishing industry. She answered all my question and gave great suggestions for my query. My thanks to Rachel and The Manuscript Academy team!
Yolanda Ridge
April 14, 2021
Incredibly helpful!
Jessica was great! She gave me commentary not only on the overall state of my picture book manuscript, but also specific items for me to tweak. She was incredibly helpful, and I highly recommend her!
Elisabeth Aikins
April 14, 2021
We discussed the concept and comps.
Melissa was kind, outgoing, and fun to work with. We discussed the concept and comps, and she gave me feedback on how to improve one paragraph on my first page. I wish we had more than ten minutes; I would definitely enjoy working with her again.
Daria Pipkin
April 14, 2021
She totally helped reframe the plot description so it flows.
Alyssa was fabulous. Asked questions that helped me understand where I am in my development not so much in novel writing but in query skills. She totally helped reframe the plot description so it flows a little better.
Carol Campbell
April 14, 2021
She gave precise, concrete advice.
Amy Bishop was terrific. Very sharp. She gave precise, concrete advice. She’s a very good editor.
And a very nice person. I was very happy with my 10 minutes with her and immediately rewrote my query based on her advice.
Annick de Bellefeuille
April 14, 2021
Advice was insightful and clear.
Megan Barnard was extremely helpful. She got what I’m doing and spotted the bits I’m fond of. Her advice was insightful and clear. I corrected my first page according to her advice and I’m much happier with it. I felt we had a terrific ten minutes and she seemed to be enjoying herself which is a wonderful compliment.
Annick de Bellefeuille
April 14, 2021