“Thea taught each section/concept of the book proposal clearly, gave great examples and gave us very helpful feedback on our work. She also took time out to address our specific questions, which was invaluable. I now have a book proposal that's ready to go.”
“She was very good at giving helpful feedback regarding sample chapters, and was enlightening about the editing and publishing process in general. She was also kind and encouraging toward her students.”
“Thea provided incredibly thoughtful feedback into our material. She was able to constructively critique while being supportive. She offered sharp suggestions about content while also providing insight into industry trends. Her class offers so much insight not only on how to structure a memoir but also on how to tailor your book proposal to your material and who you are as an author. I had a fantastic experience and was grateful to be a part of it.”
“Thea explains & distills information, provides up-to-date & current examples of works by authors of various genres, listens, answers questions, teaches the tools of putting together a book proposal & make it look easy. I came out of class confident of what I need to do to complete my book proposal.”
“Great class! Thea gave thoughtful feedback to each student. She had us all walking away with an understanding, a list of clear expectations of what to arm ourselves with before approaching an agent. And also how to seek out and approach agents!”
“Thea is an excellent teacher. She always gave positive feedback, while at the same time helping us strengthen what we wrote. She clearly explained what should be in a book proposal, what agents and editors like to see, and made the often confusing and intimidating publishing world much less so. She instilled confidence in our ability to navigate that world, and prepare a quality proposal.”
