Michael Penn
Published novelist - 3 books with Penguin Random House
About
I write literary fiction — the kind of books that stick with you. My third novel was an NYT Notable Book, and I've been teaching craft for a decade. I went through the Iowa workshop, got rejected by every agent alive, then finally broke through. I know how hard this is. In manuscript feedback, I focus on story structure, character, voice, and pacing. I give detailed notes that help you see your work with fresh eyes.
Notable Credits
Three novels published with Penguin Random House. NYT Notable Book (2022). Iowa Writers' Workshop graduate.
What to Expect
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Article, essay, or newsletter review for clarity, voice, structure, and polish.
Book Written NotesCustom Writing Feedback
60 min
Live custom feedback session for work that does not fit a preset offering.
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Custom feedback scoped to your project, with either a file upload or a private link.
Book Written NotesManuscript
60 min
Live editorial session for manuscript direction and next revision priorities.
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Editorial notes on structure, voice, pacing, character, argument, and market fit.
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