What People Are Saying

About Barbara Kyle's "Writing Fiction That Sells" DVDs

“If writing was a sport, 'Writing Fiction That Sells' would be the coaching staff, providing strategies that result in a successful game plan. Your seamless integration of technique with literary references past and present offers writers both context and substance. 'Writing Fiction That Sells' has quickly become one of my most important tools.” Junior Lee Klegseth, Burbank, California

“Learning to write well is very much like learning seamanship skills…you may capsize once or twice before you get the hang of it. Your DVD series 'Writing Fiction That Sells' is a fast track to navigating one’s ship. You have saved me from shipwreck disaster. Thanks for everything.” Rico Provasoli, San Rafael, California

About Barbara Kyle's Manuscript Evaluations

“I can’t thank you enough for your professional expertise and personal dedication to my book. It’s great working with you.” Susanne Lauten, Newmarket, Ontario

“I just received the manuscript evaluation and am delighted. This is definitely money well spent. Very helpful.” Jaki Nocolls, Bowen Island, British Columbia

"Barbara, I want to let you know how worthwhile I have found your recent critique … I've carefully considered the suggestions you made and have seen the wisdom of incorporating nearly all of them ... I appreciate the serious attention you gave to my work." - John Jeneroux (London, Ontario)

“Thank you for the tremendous insights you gave us … you really nailed some issues that had clearly escaped us.” Greg Woodford & Bill Murphy (Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia)

"I have received your evaluation of my manuscript and I can't thank you enough -- you have exceeded my expectations and then some! This is exactly what I need. I had a ‘feeling’ that I didn't have my story quite right, but I couldn't quite put my finger on what many of the problems were. Now I know the things I can do to improve it. Thanks a million!” John Blair (Toronto, Ontario)

"Your comments were very insightful and honest. Thank you." Deborah Cannon (Hamilton, Ontario)

"Thank you so much for all your hard work and … the very thoughtful and helpful assessment. It was without a doubt the wisest investment I've made on this endeavor." Carrie Rubin (Hudson, Ohio)

About Barbara Kyle's Workshops

"Hands-on exceptionally useful workshop. All meat, no filler. I took away insights, tools and methodologies that will serve me well for years to come." Thomas Reizoff, Hamilton

"Thank you ... I was so excited about writing again that I was up half the night! The workshop provided a lot of insightful and practical approaches to writing. In turn, you've made the prospect of writing a new novel a lot less daunting." Marnie Maquire, Toronto.

"I loved all your personal tips and tricks what works and what doesn't - excellent! Your presentation style was superb - very enjoyable to listen to. Thanks for the experience and valuable information." Nora Savage, Acton

"Inspirational and instructive: you shared your experiences which I grabbed gladly." Ian S. Clarke, Pickering

"Your workshop was great – really well presented and packed with information. I especially appreciated your recommendations about storylining and taking sufficient time for it." Karen Alison, Toronto

"Thank you again for sharing your tremendous knowledge and passion for writing. I was so inspired ..." Anne Snieckus, Elora

"I went with several specific expectations which I hoped would be addressed … to my delight you covered every one of them. I was looking for some specific do's and don'ts about plot and character development. Your workshop has given me many of the answers. Thank you very much!" John Jeneroux, London

"Practical, informative and fun!" Devorah Garland, Pickering

"One of the best workshops I have ever attended. Thanks!" Dorothea Helms, Sunderland

"Your ideas and suggestions will help tremendously!" Jennifer Doucet, Welland

"Very inspiring. Looks do-able. Love your dramatic flare." Vicki Pinkerton, Whitby

"A++ for the crispness of your presentation." Clare McCarthy, Orangeville

"Thanks, Barbara … I've been inspired to re-visit my goals." Linda Fitzgerald, Shelburne