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Just What Writers Need
First time requesting a written critique through Manuscript Academy . . . not only did I survive it, I enjoyed it! Will definitely do this again. Feedback on my PB from Molly was both encouraging and insightful, and it was super convenient to schedule when I wanted the feedback. In an industry where writers have agonizing wait periods after sending off their work, this service is a hidden gem.
Katy
May 17, 2026
Delightful conversation!
From Ms. Sands, I received a mini-master class in how agents read queries and first pages–what they’re looking for and why. In the same way that writers see the world differently so, too, with agents who read and listen with editors and the book-buying public in mind. I’m in the process of querying a memoir and have yet to nail my pitch. Now I better understand why. Thank you, Katharine and the Manuscript Academy.
Andi Penner
May 19, 2026
Thank you to Manuscript Academy
Jessica and Julie, I owe you both so much. This whole experience with the Manuscript Academy in the last three months has transformed my career. I’m surprised at how much this has affected my writing as well. Instead of facing and adressing a stiff, forbidding wall, I am writing with hope, learning to trust my reader again rather than defend myself against rejection.
Hugs to you both.
Susan Pieters
May 11, 2026
Spot-On Suggestions!
I had a ten-page written critique from Krista. Her line edits made the chapter read more smoothly and her big-picture suggestions about pacing and “bread crumbing” made tons of sense. What a great resource. Thank you very much!
Roz Kuehn
May 3, 2026
Wonderful, Jessica
Every comment was brilliant. Her insight is humbling. I love learning things and I learned a lot from her. I believe she helped me so much. What is there to say but thank you, thank you, and thank you.
Steve Blander
April 30, 2026
Kind, helpful, and to the point
I had a LIVE Query + 10-Page Read + 15-Minute Consultation with Kelly for my Middle Grade time travel story.
Kelly was very kind. She started the call by checking that we were talking about the correct manuscript and asked if I had specific questions for her, which I did. She answered them with very helpful information/advice and added her own thoughts and comments on the material she had read. She also asked me a couple of questions.
The 15 minutes were just the right length for what I needed, and I’m very glad the lovely people from the Manuscript Academy recommended this format to me!
Mayken
April 29, 2026
Puts AI to shame
Bridget caught on immediately as to what I was doing with my project. She clarified some misinformation I had been given. I faced a dilemma that she helped me work through and find a viable solution. Time and money well spent.
JeaNette Goates Smith
April 27, 2026
Gee, I didn’t know that!
I’m grateful to Amy Paradysz for copyediting one hundred pages of my manuscript. The edits were very helpful. It’s those fussy commas and smack-the-forhead “Oh, right, that’s much more logical,” epiphanies. The edits were thoughtful and detailed. I am grateful for the style sheet as well. She loved my query letter. Yay!
Darlyne Johnson
April 27, 2026
Wonderful!
Jonathan’s editorial comments on the first fifty pages of my book were incredibly thorough and helpful. I have been struggling with that part of the book for ages, and he not only helped me figure out what the overall problem was, but he gave me extremely detailed notes on how to fix it, all of which I agreed with. I feel so grateful for his kind and respectful help.
Amy
April 27, 2026
More Than I Expected
Stephanie gave me some excellent advice on some edits, giving much more detail than I expected. It was all very constructive and was just what I needed to hear. Thank you!
Chip Futrell
April 26, 2026
My hand almost fell off
From taking notes! Kiana didn’t waste a minute as she targeted the areas I can improve upon. Her advice was thorough and kindly delivered with room for my questions. Very helpful and motivating meeting.
Elyse Cregar
April 24, 2026
Above and beyond!
This was the very first time I spoke with a professional about my book and I went in extremely nervous. Ms. Fountain was very supportive throughout the consultation. I was impressed by how thoroughly she had read the material I submitted, as she provided specific, actionable feedback that is going to vastly improve my query package.
Overall a very positive experience!
Luca Donato
April 24, 2026