In their own words
Reviews
What our writers say about the journey
Independent reviews from our writer members.
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
“Last year I decided.”
Our writers on the moment they decided to take their writing seriously, and what happened next.
Latest student reviews
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Jacqueline Smyth
When I found The Novelry, I looked through everything with a fine-tooth comb just to be sure the courses and the investment were the right fit. Everything offered answered all of my questions coming in, and spending a month here so far, completing The Big Idea, and having started The Big Write, I’ll say that I could not be more satisfied or fulfilled by what is offered here. I’m making absolute headway. Waking up and knowing there’s a plan in place that walks me through and, every day, answers the questions that I’d come to wonder about the day before. I could not be happier that I made the investment and joined the community.
Yusuf Abdullah
Joining The Novelry was the best decision I’ve made in my journey toward publishing. The tools, inspiration, and coaching sessions helped me turn my manuscript into a story I am proud of. I have found my writing family. This is my home.
Wayne Silver
I have discovered a new part of my life and I have started to tell a story. The Novelry, the writing coaches and all my new friends have contributed to this life-changing experience. I would simply say — don’t hesitate for a minute!
Tracy Fry
I believe The Novelry is going to be an essential part of my growth as a beginning writer. I had no idea where to begin, and even the reading and researching I had done had not been nearly as beneficial to my starting my novel, let alone actually writing it. I am beyond pleased with this program.
Tina Romanelli
The course was great, and I love the philosophy. The best thing is the supportive community of writers and the encouragement that helps us believe in ourselves. It brings tears to my eyes, how important and rare that is.
Teri McConnell
Joy is the thing I’ll never stop being grateful for from this course. It reminded me that I love writing, that it’s fun and playful. Louise, her team, and the entire community have helped renew my love of storytelling. I couldn’t be more grateful.
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Ahmet Ersozlu
The Novelry’s guidance led me to a place of confidence, motivation, and knowledge of both the craft and the industry. They have a lovely community of aspiring writers, experienced editors, and writing coaches who are always open to help.
Christopher Roversi
‘This has been a very productive experience in which, even a person such as I, with absolutely no academic inclination whatsoever, can easily comprehend the various lessons. I personally value its simple and non-overcomplicated writing that renders the whole experience more accessible to people of different ages and backgrounds, strongly appreciating the way it was structured and the strong examples that teach students with a more direct approach. So if you are the type of person who likes writing, who likes reading, who enjoys comfort and satisfaction from the words printed in a good book, from fantasies and supernatural to down-to-earth everyday life, then I invite you to give The Novelry a try. You will find an environment where you can feel cozily at home.’
Sydney Campbell
‘Joining The Novelry was my first big step toward publishing and navigating the vast world of author life. Not only was I given a chance to build community, but I was also able to consult with successfully-published authors and converse with them about my story. This experience has opened my eyes to the career I want to have, and I know a lot more now than I did at the beginning of my journey.’
Melissa Stone
‘The Novelry gave me the tools and confidence to move my story forward. It helped me take the idea that I held close to my heart for years, and bit by bit, began to turn that into a novel. Thank you for the wonderful lessons, as well as a community of writers that I can turn to when needed.’
Tanya Michele Amador
‘I knew I had a story that was demanding to be told, but I just had no idea where to start. I did a lot of research, but I didn’t really have the confidence to begin until I joined The Novelry. Once I joined, I felt at home and confident again. Writing is such a solitary endeavor, and it made me feel less alone and more supported. The community has been supportive and nurturing, and I would highly recommend it to anyone serious about writing fiction, especially if it’s your debut novel and you bite off more than you can chew, as I did!’
Brent Galloway
‘The coursework was a solid foundation, but the best part of The Novelry is the community. Every time I felt genuinely stuck, I had a safe space to turn to and was always given thoughtful, positive feedback, often backed by links to recorded workshops about the exact problem I was facing. When I needed more specific direction, I worked one-on-one with an experienced coach who was an active working writer. They helped me dig into the problems I faced with my story and gave me the kind of practical advice that got me across the finish line on my first draft.’
Yusuf Abdullah
‘Joining The Novelry was the best decision I’ve made in my journey toward publishing. The tools, inspiration, and coaching sessions helped me turn my manuscript into a story I am proud of. I have found my writing family. This is my home.’
Tina Romanelli
‘The course was great, and I love the philosophy. The best thing is the supportive community of writers and the encouragement that helps us believe in ourselves. It brings tears to my eyes, how important and rare that is.’
Teri McConnell
‘Joy is the thing I’ll never stop being grateful for from this course. It reminded me that I love writing, that it’s fun and playful. Louise, her team, and the entire community have helped renew my love of storytelling. I couldn’t be more grateful.’
Sophie M. Dunne
‘Not only has The Novelry empowered me as an author and offered me the recipe to craft a novel, but this platform has connected me with a community of writers around the world. I’ve really found my community at The Novelry and feel completely at home here.’
Sarah Amico
‘What a joy it is to create within a community that nurtures writers of all levels! It’s reassuring to hear that others face similar issues to mine, and to learn practical tools for overcoming challenges. Finishing my first draft was so much easier with this course.’
Naya Efthymiadou
‘The course has given me motivation and a deeper understanding of stories. I found the workshops incredibly informative and gained a lot of knowledge from the coaches. The Novelry is a beautiful space of artists who come together and learn from one another.’
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Are the reviews verified, from named writers?
Ours are. Every review on this page comes from a named writer with their own profile in our community, and The Novelry is rated Excellent on Trustpilot, where reviews are independently verified.
Are the writing coaches published authors?
Every coach at The Novelry is a working, published author, bestselling or award-winning in their genre, trained in our Positive Coaching Method™. You can read who they are and what they write on the Writing Coaches page.
Is the coaching one-to-one, and about my story?
Yes. Sessions are 45 minutes, live and online, with your storyline reviewed by your coach beforehand so the time goes on developing your novel from where it stands in the present moment.
Are the editors from major publishers, and is there a path to an agent?
Our editorial team have worked at Penguin Random House, Hachette, HarperCollins, Macmillan and Simon & Schuster. We work with over 40 literary agencies, and where a finished manuscript is a match we make the introduction. Submission is never guaranteed; it depends on the manuscript being ready.
Is there a serious writing community?
A global community of writers who are serious about finishing, with 40+ live workshops a month and peer support that holds a high standard. Membership for a year is included with every course.
Is the rating independently verified?
The Novelry is rated Excellent on Trustpilot. Look for an independent rating from a platform that verifies its reviewers before you choose any writing course.