Verified Testimonials & Recommendations from Satisfied Clients

What our clients have to say about us

”I had the pleasure of meeting Deb on Instagram. I have been working with her now for a couple of months, with her book planning/ coaching service. Deb is professional, knowledgeable, great at listening, kind, helpful and honest.

”Deb Mcllroy is a fantastic coach. I met her at a time when I was so stuck that I'd no idea how to move forward. With her unique blend of constructive guidance, kindness, and advice, Deb

”I’m incredibly impressed with the services Deb McIlroy offers. She worked on all 9 of my books. With the information I provided her, she was able to beautifully portray each story and its unique characters. I’m in love with the book videos she created using quotes, videos and images that perfectly represented my books.

"Working with Deb has been such a wonderful and helpful experience. She's helped me take a nugget of an idea and develop it into a story I'm excited to tell, working with me to develop the stakes and conflict as well as flesh out the characters. Deb has true coaching superpowers because she not only helps you figure out

”I have had the pleasure of working with Deb McIlroy to help launch both of my books, The Murder Game and Glitz. Glamour. Murder. and she did an amazing job creating reels for both. They were so well done that you'd swear that you were sitting in the movie theatre and seeing a trailer for an upcoming theatrical release! I love her creativity and imagination: she starts with a blurb about the book, a bit of background about

”I had the pleasure of working with Deb, and I must say she is absolutely amazing and highly professional. She went above and beyond to help me with the first part of my draft by thoroughly reviewing it. Her comments and feedback were incredibly valuable, as they helped me understand areas that needed improvement and made my draft better.

Deb's keen eye for detail is truly commendable. Her insights and suggestions were spot-on, and I am extremely grateful for her assistance. She not only acted as a reader and editor but also provided guidance that went beyond my expectations.

”Deb McIlroy is the real deal. She did exactly what she said she would — which was to produce a reel highlighting my novel — and did it brilliantly. I’d work with her again in a heartbeat.”

- Dan Jolley

[Marketing]

”Deb McIlroy featured me as a Star Saturday author and did an amazing job capturing my book’s themes, reviews, and overall vibe.

”Deb is great to work with. She did a Star Sunday series promo for me. It went live on time and the graphics were great.”

- S.F. Baumgartner

[Marketing]

”Working with Deb on promoting my novels was so easy. She really took the time to learn about me and my characters. Her posts and reels highlighted my

”When I let her read my novel, she took the time and patience to answer any questions I had, even accommodating my needs! She was quick with her

”Deb is already my favourite blogger and now she is an amazing reviewer, too.
Not only did she help me get an honest review but also suggested valuable tips to improve my writing. I love that, she is doing great in the field to help writers and

”Deb was extremely easy to work with! She's efficient and thorough and she creates effective features on her social media.

”Deb's help was truly appreciated at a time when it is so difficult to get new eyes on your books. She was courteous, dependable and very creative in her use of the assets I provided. Thanks, Deb!”

- J.J. Thorn

[Marketing]

”Deb did an excellent job showcasing my book and me, as an author. She created four perfect photos to highlight the description she used.

”Deb is amazing to work with for both indie author features (marketing) and as an early reviewer for your book.

”My debut novel In the Hello and In the Goodbye drops in April 2024, and I have Deb Mcliroy to thank for it! Deb served as an early BETA ready for this novel offering valuable feedback to help me tighten the story into what it became. As a published author, voracious reader, and skilled editor Deb offers a wealth of knowledge in her literary critique. She also provides thoughtful and kind real talk to help you grow as a writer.

Beyond her BETA Reader and Editor services, Deb is skilled in helping authors develop marketing/promo materials for their books. She assisted in creating both reels and graphics in support of early marketing for my book, which helped drive social media engagement and sign-ups for my newsletters and ARC Readers.

Deb's talent is only outshined by her humanity. She's kind, generous, creative, and very reliable.

“Tali is one of the most thoughtful and caring editors I’ve worked with. She shows a genuine care not only for the communities that are impacted by careless language and word choices but also for the purpose and the context of the text. She has repeatedly demonstrated a wide and intelligent breadth of

the characters and the locations, and a few central themes or quotes, and voila! If you're considering any kind of marketing for your book, I can't say enough great things about Deb and the work that she does. HIGHLY recommended!”

- Sonny Hudson

[Marketing]

She highlighted both me as an author and each book. I greatly appreciate her hard work and efforts. I would highly recommend her for her creations and promos and I would absolutely use her again and again. Thank you, Deb!”

- Nikki A. Lamers

[Marketing]

set me on the right track. From beta reading my book to Zoom calls to answering my random questions, she is always there, and I'm so grateful to have her on this journey with me.”

- Sharon Dunne

[Coaching - BETA Reading]

knowledge and takes the care to inform without judgment or criticism. Whenever there’s an issue, she’s always able to help find alternative wording that still manages to retain the intent of and fit it perfectly with the style of writing.“

- Lawrence Groening

[Conscious Language Editing]

I highly recommend Deb to anyone in need of a reader and/or editor for their work. Her commitment is evident in every interaction. I am grateful for her positive impact on my writing, and I know I'll probably reach out to her again. Thank you, Deb!”

- Mimo Dodosh

[Beta-Reading, Developmental Editing]

Working with Deb is like having your own personal cheerleader. I value my professional experience with Deb MclIroy and look forward to continuing to work with her.”

- Melissa Whitney, Author

[Beta, Editing, Coaching, Marketing]

“Tali was the first person to read our book and see what it could be. She supported our writing and publishing initiatives and gave freely of her knowledge and expertise. Her thorough and thoughtful process and commitment to success helped improve the flow and development of our writing. She helped us tell a coherent story and identify our target audience. She also gave genre specific suggestions and guidance. Her attention to detail included mindful and respectful suggestions about language and topics surrounding diversity and equity.

Her wording recommendations, and her encouragement to seek out sensitivity readers, were instrumental to our development as authors and advocates.”

Marnie Schwartz

[Editorial Evaluation]

the problem with a story beat or plot point but she can help you figure out the best way to solve it, all while empowering you as the author to make the story yours. She's full of resources and wisdom and I am so glad I found her!"

- Christina Kilada

[Coaching]

I totally trust her to guide me and keep me motivated when I am feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to do something. I would absolutely recommend Deb and the services she provides. Thanks, Deb!”

- Claire Robinson

[Coaching - ARC Reading - Marketing]

Outside of the initial interview, she does a lot of behind-the-scenes work to help promote indie authors and her efforts are much appreciated.”

- Cecilia Conway

[Editing - ARC Reading - Marketing]

reading and never took long to respond. Her feedback has been truly helpful and has made me learn how to become a better writer. She is the best if anyone is looking for a developmental editor and beta reader. And if you are struggling with your story and you need a coach, I would definitely recommend Deb!"

- Gina

[Developmental Editing - BETA Reading - Coaching]

stories beautifully, and she is creative with her approach to promoting each title uniquely. I am thankful for all of her hard work and supporting my authoring journey while helping to find new readers.”

- Ellison Lane

[Marketing]

provide them with a platform to reach a broader audience. Her hard work, dedication, and skills surely will take her to a better position every day. I wish her luck in the future.

- Narayani

[ARC Reading - Marketing]

She is a big supporter of indie authors. She completes ARCs on time and always posts on the agreed dates especially if you’re planning a book release. She makes posts and reels to reach a wider audience”

- Dhara Shah

[ARC Reading - Marketing]

She was easy to work with, responsive, and so kind and supportive. Deb is one of the rare gems out there that supports authors with genuine love and support. I highly recommend working with her.”

- Melissa Gowdy Baldwin

[Marketing]

She had a quick turnaround time and created everything shortly after I provided the requested information. Overall, it was great publicity, and I really appreciate the effort and time Deb took to showcase my book. Wonderful experience!”

- Jennifer Jones

[Marketing]

She was not only incredibly professional but also delivered the promised features on time. It's clear that she is very dedicated to her work, and I wholeheartedly recommend her services.”

- Prasad Babu Galla

[ARC Reading - Marketing]

”I had the pleasure of working with Deb McIlroy on a book-related project (ARC and Marketing services) and it was a fantastic experience.