Kitty has been invaluable to me in the process of re-drafting and editing my YA contemporary manuscript. She is insightful both editorially and about the market, honest and concise in her assessments and I trust her judgement implicitly. And to top it all off, she is a lovely person. She has shown me my blind spots with regards to my own characters, allowing me to see them from different angles with a fresh perspective. Since working with Kitty I have secured representation with a wonderful literary agent and following that a two book deal with a major publishing house. I can’t recommend her highly enough.

Delphine Seddon - writer with The Blair Partnership Literary Agency - two book deal with Macmillan publishing.

“Kitty was recommended to me for a detailed critique and assessment.  Her comments and suggestions were extremely constructive and showed her incisive understanding of what I needed to do to make my manuscript stand out.  After some judicious editing and re-structuring, I succeeded in securing a two-book deal.  Kitty made all the difference!"

Mark Ezra - The BKS Literary Agency. Two book deal with Hodder & Stoughton.

“I’ve worked with Kitty on and off for the last four or five years. She’s helped on projects at various stages of development - from pretty much a new idea to detailed script editing. I have always found working with her insightful, precise and, most importantly, great fun. She’s one of the most encouraging editors I know and very good at helping me unearth my ideas; rather than imposing her own. I cannot recommend her highly enough.”

Paul Unwin - Writer, director and producer, co-creator of Casualty, the world’s longest running medical drama. Paul has directed at theatres such as the National Theatre, the Royal Court and the Manchester Royal Exchange

Kitty is a brilliant editor who has meticulous attention to detail. She is honest, yet sensitive and takes the time to explain feedback and suggestions with you. Working with her has helped me hone my craft, and shape my manuscript. Kitty analyses and works with you collaboratively to improve your MS from a big picture standpoint and at macro level, sparking creative ideas, all while staying true to your vision. I am a grateful, repeat client and hope to work with Kitty in the future. Highly recommend!

Monica Walton - DHH Literary Agency

“Kitty provided an editorial assessment on the first draft of my YA fantasy novel. Her report was both insightful and encouraging. She gave me clear advice on which parts were working, as well as those that needed some rethinking. I took almost all of her editorial suggestions on board when I began writing my second draft and they’ve definitely made it much stronger. I’m looking forward to working with her again once I’ve completed it. She also provided useful commentary on my synopsis and query letter and was able to suggest appropriate comp titles. She was very happy to discuss her report over the phone and via email when I had some questions. She was friendly and professional throughout the process. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her editorial services.“

Dr Venetia Constantine - Writer

‘I cannot speak too highly of Kitty Walker’s abilities in the help she has given me in bringing my manuscript to life. Her patience and professionalism opened my eyes as to how to bring  pace and action scenes to the forefront in my writing. I remained highly motivated throughout the process by her positive attitude and encouragement. Another very strong element to Kitty’s work is that she meets her deadlines and responds promptly to e-mails. Many thanks, Kitty.’

Allan Duggin -Writer

“I asked for Kitty’s help when my manuscript had gained interest from agents, but not representation. Her assessment was extensive – a 13 page document – and it struck the perfect balance between praise and constructive critique. We also spoke at length after I’d read through the document. Kitty was kind and supportive, and took the time to explain the rationale behind her feedback. I made the edits she recommended and have since secured a publishing deal with Harper Collins for the book.”

Sarah Clarke - Author of A Mother Never Lies (Harper Collins, 08/21)

“I can’t recommend Kitty highly enough. She is exactly what a writer needs: A detail oriented editor who will never shy from being truthful but is always positive and ready with a brilliant suggestion. She works quickly, efficiently and with a very professional and friendly manner. She helped me make vast improvements to a novel, and ones that I’d never have come up with alone. Hire her.”

Jamie Collinson - Author of The Edge (Oneworld, 2020)

Kitty’s encouragement and belief in my book gave me the confidence to believe in it myself. Her feedback was honest but sensitively given, and I trusted what she had to say. Her practical advice, pointing me in the direction of a specialist nonfiction editor, led to great progress in my draft, and the book has now been picked up by a very enthusiastic literary agent at DHH. I do not think I would be at this exciting stage had I not spent the time discussing my work with Kitty. Time and money exceedingly well spent!

Rachel E Meller - The Box with the Sunflower Clasp - Icon Books (April 2023)

“Kitty's feedback on my work was so useful and constructive, focusing both on the strengths and weaknesses so that I had a clear idea of what I needed to do next to improve my draft. In particular, her advice on the pace, narration and characterisation was exactly what I needed.  I can't thank her enough for her professionalism and the thorough way in which she critiqued my work.“

R Gill - Writer

“Kitty’s editorial assessment was on point, insightful, and encouraging. I was able to identify not only where I needed to make edits, but how to tackle them. Totally recommend!!“

Alice Yu - Writer