Karlyn Thayer, Writing Instructor
Constructive Critiques
Professional evaluation of your novels and short stories - reasonable prices!


Client Comments

Ms. Thayer was simply fantastic. She critiqued yet complimented. She was very believable and honest with me.
--Derry, Vacaville, California


She sent constructive criticism about my work, therefore allowing me to improve my writing. I am very grateful for her help.
--Ken, Port Orchard, Washington


My instructor was wonderful. Her comments and criticism helped me to understand clearly just what I had done wrong and how to make it right.
--Paige, Middletown, Pennsylvania


Karlyn was very encouraging and gave constructive criticism without undermining my confidence.
--Louise, Farmingdale, New York


Thank you for the time, expertise and patience that you have put into my critique. I have rarely worked with a teacher, either in high school or college, who has shown such knowledge and ability to communicate.
--Tracey, Mason, Michigan


Ms. Thayer was great and never made me feel stupid. She gave me encouragement.
--Bill, Toledo, Ohio


Karlyn's comments were on the mark and to the point. She told me 'why' something was wrong and 'showed' me with examples how to correct it. I enjoyed her feedback.
--Lisa, Lexington, Kentucky


She had excellent comments and good advice. I was very much impressed. Her credentials and knowledge are outstanding. She has the skill to give good constructive critique in a tender way. Top notch.
--Steve, Phoenix, Arizona


Karlyn was very detailed in her critiques and a lot of fun to have as an instructor. She really set the tone by coming in bright and funny. I would love to have her as an instructor again. Very impressed that she not only critiqued me on the story, but on my grammar. She was quite detailed and I felt I was really getting her best. I valued her feedback so much.
--Julie, Ontario, California


Instructor Thayer's feedback is sensitive, insightful and easy to follow. Her comments and guidance helped me to "steer the course" and grow as a writer. Her clear, direct approach enabled me to incorporate her suggestions in my current work. I will draw on her invaluable insights for some time to come. It has been a privilege to receive the guidance and expert advice Instructor Thayer provided. It's exciting to have an author advise me, especially one who is sensitive to the novice although experienced herself.
--Don, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania


Ms. Thayer makes a terrific instructor. This is the first time I signed up and I was, of course, concerned with what her comments may have been. She was always positive, tough but ALWAYS positive. Karlyn was always a professional. She managed to make me feel as if I was in the room with her and not just online. I wish I had more teachers like her when I was in school. You know they say the teacher makes the student. In this case I agree. Ms. Thayer answered with the details I needed. She gave positive reinforcement, while informing me what needed work on my story.
--Karen, Los Angeles, California

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