“Coverstory books takes away the anxiety for a budding or first-time author.  I received brilliant subjective support from an established writer whose personal experience offered total reassurance. The whole process was seamless from initial enquiry through to the finished product. I felt I was working with a close partner made me very proud of my book. Coverstory books cannot be faulted.”

David Smith – “Only Rumour Survives”

I have been fortunate to work with Ian on two selections of poems of mine. Both have been significantly improved as a result of his feedback.

What impressed me about the process was Ian’s attention to details such as punctuationand layout, whilst tuning into to larger issues such as themes and tone.

His comments have really made me think about what I am trying to achieve within individual poems and with sequences. His approach is collaborative and his comments are diplomatic and clearly focussed. He is a mentor who listens carefully, thoughtfully to the poems I submitted.

Jim Friedman – “A Picture’s Worth”

Ian joined us as our guest writer for our February retreat. It was clear that he had carefully thought out the creative exercises for the retreat and, although they were optional sessions for our writers, they were extremely popular. Ian also offered individual writing surgeries which the majority of the writers took part in on both full days. Ian has a calm and supportive approach, which gave writers the confidence to open up and talk about their work. As a business offering untutored retreats, we are always striving to offer added benefit to our visiting authors and Ian’s presence and sessions definitely added that.

Jan Birley – Writers’ Retreats UK

“I was very pleased with how smoothly the process of getting the text on the page was handled. As I have experience in publications, I know this is a detailed job and I had thought there might be challenges because of the particular format of a theatre script, but Ian handled it all very well. I chose to commission a cover design myself, and again the design was incorporated very smoothly. At the end of the process there were adjustments to make, to ensure the text was as readable as possible, the cover was the right colour and so on – and I was impressed by Ian’s commitment to get the book looking the best it could. I am delighted with the finished book. When the publication date arrived and I was able to go on to a major bookseller’s website and see my book there for sale, it was a huge thrill!”

Kate Miller – “Pins and Feathers”