Testimonials from Happy Clients

I’ve been wanting to publish something…anything for years. My bachelor’s degree is in English, yet I still felt like I didn’t have enough knowledge or tools in my toolbox. I stumbled across Melissa Bourbon/Winnie Archer’s books through another writer roughly a year ago. Little did I know that would take me on quite a learning journey. The organization and structure she’s built made me feel like I was in a college, maybe even a master’s level class. Don’t let that scare you. This class is truly for ANYONE who would like to write or learn more about writing. -Ready, Set, WRITE!

Melissa Bourbon is an outstanding teacher and editor. I’ve worked with her several times, and her instruction and responses are always clear and helpful while remaining kind and encouraging. She provided fantastic developmental edits on what became my first published book, and I didn’t hesitate to consult with her on a later project. That revised manuscript eventually connected me with my first agent and became my first published book. I highly recommend Melissa's services.

I liked how the instructor organized the topics and her exercises and downloadable content were excellent. The pacing was very good. There were sufficient examples, but not too many, so there wasn't a lot of fluff. The lectures were succinct and thorough. I also very much appreciate the fact that she is a cozy mystery writer herself - and a prolific one! Her presentation of the material was clear and easy to understand. She speaks well - not too fast, not slow, she looks professional - all of which made me feel like I was in good hands. Thank you very much Melissa!

Melissa guided me through writing my first book, combining smart editing with terrific ideas about plot, story, character arc, and everything else I needed to put my writing in the best position to compete in the market place.

I see the process of writing less daunting and more attainable because of the lessons and information presented in the Ready, Set, WRITE! course. By the end of the 4th week I was ready to actually start achieving my dream of writing my first novel. Highly Recommend.

Melissa is a teacher, mentor and encourager. Thanks to her sage advice, I grew as a writer and my piece was selected as a winner at the Mayborn Literary Nonfiction Conference.

As an indie author, I needed to put my best foot forward. Melissa was my developmental editor on both of my books (so far). She helped make them ready for the marketplace. Highly recommend.

Melissa guided me through writing my first book, combining smart editing with terrific ideas about plot, story, character arc, and everything else I needed to put my writing in the best position to compete in the market place.