"When I started working with Marlene, I knew right away she was an exceptional editor. Not only did she help me make my novel sing, she also buoyed me with her enthusiasm and expertise -- she even helped me find the right agent. I would heartily recommend Marlene to any writer and look forward to working with her again on many future projects."
Kristen Wolf,
Author of "The Way" (Crown Books, 2011)
"As a first-time novelist, working with Marlene was an invaluable
experience. She came highly recommended and I would recommend her to others
in a heartbeat. Marlene has a terrific commercial sensibility and a sense
of humor, and was key in terms of giving clear, concise feedback, not only
to structure and form, but also to character, story development and pacing.
Clear, objective feedback – so important when you spend so much time
in your own head!"
Jodi Wing, author of "The Art of Social War: A Novel"
(Harper Paperbacks; Film rights optioned with Jennifer Lopez slated
to star).
"For an honest and insightful read from a true pro who knows the industry
well, I'd recommend Marlene Adelstein. She's prompt, imaginative, and her
broad background in publishing comes through in edits and suggestions."
Antoinette May, Author of "Pilate's Wife" (Wm. Morrow)
"Marlene took what was a roughly formed manuscript and shaped it into a well formed book. She was incredibly patient, understanding, and thoughtful. I learned more about writing during my edits with Marlene than at any other time in my career. I am eternally grateful!"
Amanda Brown, Author of "Legally Blonde" and "Family Trust" (Dutton)
"If you've been working by yourself for years and need a fresh, super sharp eye to take your work to the next level, then I highly recommend you contact Marlene."
Jennifer Lehr, Author of "Ill-Equipped for a Life of Sex", (ReganBooks an imprint of Harpercollins)
"I've known and worked with Marlene for many years and am continually impressed by her keen eye, acute critical judgement and plain good sense. I consider her a valuable resource as well as a boon to writers."
Deborah Schneider, Gelfman/Schneider Literary Agents, Inc.
"Marlene Adelstein is an inspired editor. Not only is she thorough and meticulous, but she always has a full arsenal of creative solutions at hand — all delivered with kindness and patience".
Susan Golomb, Susan Golomb Literary Agency
"I've known Marlene Adelstein for many years. I have always admired and trusted her eye for a great story. In the time that she's been working as a consultant and editor I've referred many writers to her, all of whom have called to say how grateful they've been, how invaluable Marlene has been to the process of completing their work."
Judy Clain, Sr. Editor, Little/Brown & Co.
"I've known and worked with Marlene for over ten years and can attest to her editorial savvy and her deep knowledge about both book publishing and the film world. She'd be an asset for any aspiring writer."
Nina Collins, Collins Literary
"Marlene's editorial eye has been a wonderful tool for me in the revision process. My goal is to present my editor with the cleanest, most evolved manuscript possible. Marlene's specific, detailed comments have helped me take a closer look and dig a little deeper."
Inglath Cooper, author of "Unfinished Business" and "The Lost Daughter of Pigeon Hollow", Harlequin Superromance
"When it comes to writing and story telling, Marlene has the gift of great instinct and the badge of great experience. She is also an exceptionally lovely person and a pleasure to work with. No wonder Marlene is not just connected but so very highly regarded in the realms of both publishing and film."
Hadley Davis, screenwriter "Ice Princess", Walt Disney Pictures
"Marlene knows it all: writing, editing, and the publishing business. She's a rare find, an editor with talent, connections and an insider's knowledge of the trade. Thanks to her, I found a wonderful agent and sold my first novel as part of a two-book deal!"
Alison Gaylin, Author, "Hide Your Eyes" (NAL/Signet)
"I've known and worked with Marlene Adelstein for over seven years, and along with finding her to be a warm and loyal friend, she has always impressed me with her ability to spot writing talent, her great skill at giving broad and specific constructive criticism on literary and dramatic writing, and her intelligent ideas on business strategies for blatantly commercial, and
uniquely challenging literary and film projects. Marlene is connected and
respected in both the film and literary worlds, and her mind applied to any
writing project greatly enhances that project's prospects for reaching its
audience."
Susan Cartsonis, Producer of "Where the Heart Is" and "What Women Want"
"Marlene's background working in so many different storytelling formats makes her unique among freelance editors. She is able to bring a very specific eye to her work with writers."
Lisa Callamaro, Lisa Callamaro Agency
"I would be lost without Marlene Adelstein! Not only is she quick and dependable, but her editing service offers critiques in notes that are so articulate and insightful, they not only help me to organize my writing but inspire it as well."
Rachel Gallagher, Author of "The Girl Who Loved Garbo" (D. Fine) and "The Influence of Absence"
"Think of Marlene as the writer's friend. She is blessed with the gift of entering into your story and making it the story you hoped to write."
Peter Golden, Author of "Quiet Diplomat, A Biography of Max M. Fisher" (Cornwall Books)
"As a screenwriter, I wouldn't think of sending a project to a producer before Marlene's had a chance to look at it. She's the kind of editor who cannot only help identify where the problems are, she can help you find solutions too. And because of her years of experience in the movie business, she knows what the buyers are thinking and what they're looking for."
Mike Gaylin, Screenwriter, "No Escape"
"Marlene has always given me insightful, accurate, and helpful feedback. She has a real knack for getting you to take a step back from a piece of work and refocus on the big picture, especially when you've gotten too close to do so yourself. I've really enjoyed and benefited from working with her. She's also been extremely helpful helping me find the right agent."
Louis Rosenberg, writer
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