I. AGENTS

Stephen Fraser
Jennifer DeChiara Literary Agency

The workshop was well-organized and intimate; the level of talent, high. A pleasure for me to participate.

Edward Necarsulmer
McIntosh & Otis, Inc.

I loved this workshop—I had a truly excellent, eye-opening experience.

Andrea Cascardi
Transatlantic Literary Agency

This seminar was a great experience; a very thoughtful and respectful group of writers who worked well under the “fishbowl” critique scenario. Bravo to them!

Kendra Marcus
Bookstop Literary Agency (President)

I enjoyed the workshop very much and learned even more about the field of children’s books.

Jennifer Rofe
Andrea Brown Literary Agency

I’m impressed with the caliber of these manuscripts!

Andrea Brown
Andrea Brown Literary Agency (President)

Great concept! I enjoyed teaching these writers during the workshop’s inaugural year.

II. EDITORS

Erin Clarke
Knopf/Random House Children’s Books

This event is an intimate seminar with talented writers. I loved that participants had previously read each other’s manuscripts, and offered valuable critiques. I also loved the teens’ insights.

Julie Romeis
Bloomsbury Children’s Books

Fantastic writers, a fun weekend. I enjoyed the group critique format, which worked very successfully.

Deborah Wayshak
Candlewick Press

An innovative, engaging format, and a lively, dedicated group of writers make this workshop memorable. Stimulating on many levels; a great program. I enjoyed every action-packed minute.

Andrea Welch
Harcourt Children’s Books

The Pacific Coast Children’s Writers Workshop is unique, inspiring, and fun. I recommend it highly.

Lisa McGuinness
Chronicle Books

A pleasure to work with this small, savvy group of writers!

Kate Harrison
Dial Books

I enjoyed the intensive process that allowed lots of interaction. It was very different from any conference I've done. Interesting to hear other faculty perspectives, and fun to spend so much time with a great group of writers.