Success Stories
The Literary Consultancy is very proud of the talented writers it has helped over the years. Whilst TLC did not set up as a talent scouting operation, but rather to provide informed editorial advice to people writing at all levels, we are well-positioned to keep a steady eye on real writing talent, whilst writing markets fluctuate. We have been instrumental in helping many writers find their place with publishers and publish independently to great success, and this list represents just a small selection of those who’ve gone on to get book deals, top bestseller lists, become bookclub favourites, have their books recommended by Oprah, made into films starring Hollywood actors, and gain media coverage across the UK and internationally. We’re incredibly proud, and very lucky to feature their kind words about TLC here.
“Their comments were entirely supportive and constructive, all the way from detail to structure, and it was obvious that thought and experience had been put into them.”
Allan Hendry,
Seeds of Destruction,
Olympia Press
“Having my manuscript assessed by TLC was the best investment I’ve made in years. Christopher Wakling was absolutely brilliant. He sent me a report of incredibly helpful and encouraging comments”
Kerry Young,
Pao,
Bloomsbury
“I owe a huge thanks to The Literary Consultancy. This book would not have been completed without Alan Wilkinson whose guidance, re-writing and all round incomparable brilliance turned my words from a muddled mishmash into something publishable.”
Barbara Want,
Why Not Me? A Story of Love and Loss,
Orion
“I am convinced my book’s success is due to the down to earth, practical advice The Literary Consultancy gave me.”
Tony Booth,
Cox’s Navy,
Pen and Sword
“Just about the best money I ever spent. The quality of advice I received from The Literary Consultancy was outstanding.”
Leaf Fielding,
To Live Outside the Law,
Serpent’s Tail
“I sent my first draft to The Literary Consultancy for a critique and was really impressed with the insightful report I received. My reader pulled no punches; she thought the novel needed a complete restructuring – and she was right.”
Shelley Harris,
Jubilee,
Weidenfeld & Nicolson (Orion)
