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A Private Workshop
I watched an online interview with Natalie Edwards, who was discussing marketing trends in publishing. She was analytical, saw multiple big pictures, and clearly understood the views of the various—sometimes competing—stakeholders of the book business: editors, agents, writers, number crunchers, et al. So it was a gift to have Natalie discuss my query and the first ten pages of my manuscript. She gave me wonderful suggestions that helped me see where and how my book might fit in the world she knows so well. Natalie’s not just insightful and smart, she’s also kind, encouraging, and delightful to talk to. It was a beneficial, enjoyable meeting I didn’t want to end.
Bud Jennings
September 25, 2025
With Gratitude!
I very much appreciated Hannah’s feedback and advice. I’m going to work on building my platform, halt my queries for a few months, and cut back on my word count. I’ll tighten up my first paragraph to show more emotion and add more about my growing platform in my next round. I’m glad I’ve only queried fifteen agents so far and feel hopeful about my direction.
Thanks for offering these sessions.
Bonnie B
September 25, 2025
Clear Guidance from a Trusted Voice
Eric went above and beyond in preparing for our consult. He even sent thoughtful written notes ahead of time, which wasn’t included in the package but made a big difference. He brought insight, clarity, and genuine care to the conversation, and helped me see where my project fits in the market with much more confidence. I really appreciated how focused he was on helping me move forward with intention.
Anna Piskorz
September 25, 2025
Appreciative of Actionable Feedback
Caitlin gave me specific, actionable ways to improve my query and first pages. I am grateful for her honed insights and expertise in a world (publishing) that is very enigmatic to me. Book with Caitlin for a valuable consultation!
Bree A. Cox
September 24, 2025
Informed critique
Kelly was generous with her time, asking first whether there was something I especially wanted to review. She had performed a close read of my material and made specific suggestions to help me improve my writing. Her encouraging critique pointed me toward the specifics of the revision I’d need before agent submission. Thanks, Kelly.
Kate
September 23, 2025
Meet Turned Workshop
Vanessa Aguirre saw my query and the first ten pages of my novel, and my meeting with her was incredibly valuable, primarily because Vanessa has a keen eye and shares thoughts with concrete, clear precision. A half hour later, I was at the computer tweaking the novel and nodding at Vanessa’s suggestions, which enhanced what I put on the screen. Additionally, Vanessa is a warm, kind person—and an engaged listener. Our chat was a terrific editorial workshop.
Bud Jennings
September 22, 2025
Super Helpful+
Stephanie went through my query and the first part of my manuscript with insightful commentary throughout. She left me with an amazing, detailed guide to give me direction as I revise. Her critique was both helpful and encouraging and I’m returning to the manuscript with excitement and energy. Whatever you need advice on, I would definitely recommend booking with Stephanie.
Kerry Brown
September 21, 2025
Kind & Insightful
After many rounds of critique, revision, and even a professional(!) edit, my picture book still wasn’t firing on all cylinders. What I needed was sharp, industry-focused feedback to help steer me in the right direction. My 10 page read + 15 minute call with Kaitlyn Sanchez did the trick. Kaitlyn’s critique helped clarify where I need to tighten my story, while practical and actionable feedback empowered me to lean into an emerging interest in verse. Our conversation gave me the boost I needed to dive back into another round of revision! I will definitely seek Kaitlyn’s input on future picture book manuscripts.
Sara
September 15, 2025
Best investment I’ve made for my first novel for adults
Jessica jam-packed our short time together with practical advice to revise my query, giving insight into what agents need to know to place my work in the market. She told me exactly how to get to the heart of my characters quicker in my first pages. Thank you Jessica for a clear path to readying my Christmas novel for submission!
Heidi Lee Colonna
September 11, 2025
Clear, straightforward feedback
Renée gave valuable and clear, straightforward feedback, which was exactly what I needed. I was really impressed by the in-line comments and the editor letter. I would have had no idea that certain parts were unclear or that there was a structural issue (that was easily fixed). Renée identified the issues and offered solutions. She seems genuinely passionate about helping writers improve.
Melinda
September 11, 2025
Tamara Gets It!
Tamara was both helpful and constructive. She reviewed my query letter and had substantive feedback, much of which I’m incorporating right now.
She is kind, thoughtful, funny and highly knowledgeable of what agents are looking for, what to incude and not include.
It was well worth it to meet with her.
Joe Garrett
Joseph Garrett
September 11, 2025
Time Warp
Hannah Strouth delivered a compact workshop on the query letter, comps, the market, trends, writing, voice, characterization—in just thirty time-bending minutes. Her needle-sharp suggestions for my query were so clear and actionable that I would have been satisfied after the meeting if that was all I got. But on top of that, I received wonderful suggestions for the first thirty pages of my manuscript. Every writer knows their characters is, but making sure the reader knows them as well can be tricky. Hannah used both a microscope and a telescope to see what worked and what needed something to bring my protagonist into full focus. From what she read, she could see what I was seeing—and led me to where I could let in more light.
Hannah is also a kind, warm person. Our conversation was perfectly delightful. [Picture a platoon of positive/thumbs-up Emojis here.]
Bud Jennings
September 11, 2025