“I have been an admirer of Mark Dery’s sharp, witty prose for almost three decades. When I had the chance to work with him, I was astonished by his formidable knowledge of grammar and style. His constructive criticism and editorial suggestions were honest, generous—and brilliant.”
“Mark Dery’s precise edits and keen insights helped me reconceive and revise my book proposal. His suggestions were detailed yet encouraging. I couldn’t have done it without him.”
“I would recommend Mark Dery’s manuscript critique and writing coaching to anyone, particularly inexperienced writers of nonfiction who may not have worked with an editor before. I really appreciate how much time and energy he put into my memoir-in-progress. He did a masterful job of cutting material that slows down the narrative, and his editorial comments gave me a surge of intellectual and compositional adrenalin.”
“Mark was absolutely essential to the successful development and publication of my book. His constructive criticism and coaching in the writing phase were always insightful and very precise. His guidance during the submission and contract phases of the project enabled me to secure the ideal publisher. Overall, I can’t recommend Mark highly enough for anyone who is seeking outstanding professional help with any phase of the writing process.”
