First Page Feedback

We’re excited to offer listeners the chance to submit the first page of their work-in-progress for on-air feedback! While we’ll know who submitted, all submissions will remain anonymous on the show. We read picture books, middle grade, YA and adult fiction.

How to Submit:

  1. Prepare your first page (up to 350 words).
  2. Paste your text into the body of an email (no attachments).
  3. Include your name (for our records only), manuscript title, and genre.
  4. Include the subject line ‘First Pages Submission’.
  5. Send to: LisaSchmid.Author@gmail.com

Submission Rules:

  • Length: First page only (up to 350 words).
  • Format: Paste text into the email body—no attachments.
  • Content Restrictions: No graphic violence or hate speech.
  • Anonymity: Submissions will be read without names or identifying details.
  • Feedback Style: We focus on craft, clarity, and hook—not line edits.
  • Not a Query Service: Feedback is educational, not meant to replace additional professional editing.
  • Consent: By submitting, you agree we may read your page (anonymously) on the podcast.

Note: We can’t guarantee your page will be read on a specific episode, but all submissions will be considered.