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.
“I had my children’s novel Edwin Spencer Mission Improbable critiqued by TLC (Kelly McKain) about five years ago. It definitely gave me the jump start I needed to get an agent, and I’m glad to say Edwin is being published by Catnip Publishing Ltd in January next year.”
Julie Irwin,
Edwin Spencer Mission Improbable,
Catnip Publishing Ltd
“TLC gave me the expert and impartial commentary needed by a first-time novelist to validate their work. Before the reader’s comments I had no way of knowing whether I could write, apart from my own hubris, and family and friends are not impartial. The reader gave me the confidence to send my book out into the world happy in the knowledge that I wasn’t deluding myself.”
Mischa Hiller,
Sabra Zoo,
Telegram Books
“The great advantage that an author enjoys when using The Literary Consultancy is the power of an objective and dispassionate view of his or her work from talented and knowledgeable people. The guidance and positive criticism I received from TLC played a major part in the market’s acceptance of The October Killings. I am truly grateful for the help given to me.”
Wessel Ebersohn,
The October Killings,
Umuzi
“The immense encouragement and sound practical advice I received from The Literary Consultancy proved to be the bridge between the dream of being a published author and the reality of becoming one.”
Jim Powell,
The Breaking of Eggs,
Weidenfeld & Nicolson (Orion)
“The Literary Consultancy was beyond helpful in the writing of my novel, The Hidden Dance, and at a time when I most needed sage advice and encouragement.”
Susan Wooldridge,
The Hidden Dance,
Allison & Busby
“I ran my pitch past Rebecca Swift at TLC, and thanks to her well-informed advice, I was able to get an agent and a publishing deal for my book incredibly quickly.”
Tom Feiling,
The Candy Machine,
Penguin Books
