Filter Testimonials
It was a gift to get so many answers.
My conversation with Rebecca Raskin was so helpful. That’s two out of two for Manuscript Academy so far on exceeding expectations. What a fabulous opportunity to speak with an editor at Harper Collins. I can’t think of any other way that could have happened for me. Rebecca went right to the point, deviated from the script if there even was one, and shared generously not only contacts in the field of publishing who might help me, but her own insights into what will happen to my book AFTER it reaches an editor’s desk on the road to acquisition. That’s exactly what I needed to know, and it was a gift to get so many answers. It didn’t feel rushed; it just was intense. Perfect!!
Polly Bart
September 4, 2020
I would love to work with her again!
My 10 minutes with Melissa Warten was great! She gave me both thoughtful and encouraging feedback, as well as suggestions on how to improve my query letter. I would love to work with her again!
Amy Mercer
September 4, 2020
I think my first chapter is going to be much better as a result of this meeting. I would absolutely recommend doing this.
Danielle was fantastic! I got so much out of our talk. She was really insightful, and I felt like she both understood what I was trying to do, and the ways in which I needed help achieving it. She had actionable suggestions that made sense, she recommended some excellent articles to read, and just overall I felt like I learned a ton. I think my first chapter is going to be much better as a result of this meeting. I would absolutely recommend doing this.
Elizabeth Holden
September 4, 2020
Excellent feedback on my picture book project.
Not only did Kate give me excellent feedback on my picture book project, her comments were positive and constructive, and let me know exactly where I was on the right (write?) track and what needed more attention. Thank you, Kate and Manuscript Academy!
Brooke Hartman
September 4, 2020
I had a blast talking to Samantha Wekstein!
I had a blast talking to Samantha Wekstein! She is so fun and had great advice about improving my query. Where else would a budding writer like me have the ability to talk to such a stellar agent? Thank you Manuscript Academy!
Bonnie Jo
September 4, 2020
The advice concerning my query letter from Melissa was probably the best I have received during my writing career.
The advice concerning my query letter from Melissa was probably the best I have received during my writing career. It was personal, and caring, and my query will be much stronger thanks to her help.
I highly recommend other authors to invest in this consultation.
Dave Wickenden
September 4, 2020
I am so, so, grateful and delighted.
I was so excited to have a 10 minute call with Caitie because she was one of the agents who liked my #DVPIT tweet back in October. She loved my MC’s voice, which was so affirming for me. Caitie also gave me solid tips to strengthen my opening page.
I’m in the middle of an R&R for another agent, so it really helped when I asked her for tips on that. She helped me see that there really isn’t a ‘time limit’ per se for my R&R. Caitie believes in my story enough to wait for my strongest version, so she’ll wait for me to resubmit my revised first 50 pages to her. I am so, so, grateful and delighted I got to have such a lovely Skype call with her. Thank you, Caitie and Manuscript Academy!
Raidah Shah Idil
September 4, 2020
I hope to work with her again in the near future.
Superb experience. Alyssa was knowledgeable, professional and invaluable in sharing guidance with me on publishing, my body of work and strategy for future publication. I hope to work with her again in the near future.
Brad Cameron
September 4, 2020
If you’re looking for feedback that will get your manuscript to stick out above the rest, then I definitely recommend signing up for one of these critique sessions.
Molly was incredibly helpful and sweet. If you’re looking for feedback that will get your manuscript to stick out above the rest, then I definitely recommend signing up for one of these critique sessions. I came away from the phone call with a couple of really insightful tips, and I look forward to seeing how my manuscript does in the year.
Jen Myers
September 4, 2020
It’s the best money I’ve ever spent!
Molly provided concise and insightful feedback on my query letter and manuscript, which I’ve been struggling with for a while. I’m immensely grateful to Molly for this, and would highly recommend her to any writer looking for a fresh pair of eyes, along with kind and helpful feedback.
I bought this critique with money I received for my birthday, and I’m so glad I did – it’s the best money I’ve ever spent! So, thank you to everyone at Manuscript Academy for providing this wonderful service.
Suzanna M.
September 4, 2020
I’m so pleased to see it all coming together now in a much stronger query that more clearly conveys the heart of my book.
John critiqued my opening pages, and I was so impressed, I decided to hire him to critique my query. His feedback, along with the feedback I received from other Manuscript Academy faculty, was so insightful. I’m so pleased to see it all coming together now in a much stronger query that more clearly conveys the heart of my book. Thank you so much, John! And thank you, Manuscript Academy, for having such an incredible faculty!
K.M. Ellis
September 4, 2020
Great 10 minutes with Rebecca Raskin! She was personable, professional, encouraging, and gave me valuable insights on platform-building, comp titles and networking opportunities, and advice on balancing personal story with prescriptive/informational elements to maintain an emotional connection with readers for a non-fiction project. One of the best 10 minutes I’ve spent in professional development as a writer. The Manuscript Academy and their faculty are great resources!
Dana M Brantley-Sieders
September 4, 2020