Picture Book Critiques

I offer paid picture book critiques. I will review a non-rhyming picture book manuscript up to 1,000 words and provide in-line notes and an editorial letter with feedback. My critique style is helpful and encouraging. I will provide honest feedback with opportunities for improvement and reinforcement of what is working well.

My fee is $150 and I provide feedback within 1-2 weeks. If you are interested or have any questions, please email me at LisaKatzenbergerAuthor@gmail.com. I would love to read your work and help make it shine!

Testimonials

“Lisa’s feedback was focused, thoughtful, and revealing. Her critique gave me the fuel and insights I needed to keep going and bring out the best in my manuscript!” — Sarah Warren

“Matching her personality, Lisa’s critiques are thoughtful and meticulous. They get to the heart of the issue but in the kindest way. I highly recommend her feedback!” — Teresa Robeson

“Lisa read one of my fragile first picture book manuscripts when I was at a point in my writing career that I could have been easily discouraged. She responded to my work with kindness, honesty, and encouragement at the exact level that I didn’t know I needed. Without a doubt my writing has grown because of her guidance, suggestions, and support and I will be forever grateful.” — Johanna Peyton

“Lisa is great at helping you find the heart of your story and the emotional pulls which take works from average to glowing! After working with Lisa, I have manuscripts I feel are ready to be sent into the world.” — Erin Ragan Kelly

“Lisa’s critique helped me elevate my picture book in all the right ways. She guided me in strengthening character development and refining the story’s structure so each moment felt purposeful. Her feedback was clear, actionable, and incredibly insightful.”— Judith Furnari

“Lisa gives in depth in-line comments and generous feedback over all, including character development and plot. She will point and direct your story in the right direction.” — Sharon O. Blumberg

“Lisa’s feedback was invaluable in revising my picture book. She asked insightful questions that guided me toward a more balanced and emotionally resonant story, while helping me see where my character development, story structure and ending could be stronger.” — Jodie Sadowsky

“I highly recommend Lisa’s thoughtful and thorough critiques. She does a fantastic job highlighting the positive aspects of a manuscript as well as pinpointing the areas that need improvement. Her great suggestions and insightful questions, both at big picture and line edit levels, have helped bring several of my manuscripts to the next level and to publication!” — Joana Pastro