Dashka changed my writing life! I could not have gotten this helpful information from any text book and I am so grateful to have had Dashka's concise viewpoints as well as the support of peers. -- Natalie Hansen

"Dashka is unpretentious, refined, encouraging, and exacting. Dashka understands the mechanisms of writing." -- Mona Kanin

"I really enjoyed this class. The assignments were thought-provoking and challenging, and the lectures offered practical tips on how to get started and build on what we were creating." -- Sara Kruger

"Dashka's class is fabulous. Dashka has a way of pushing you to the next level week after week, to the point that you are flabbergasted by what you have accomplished!" -- Christina Doremus

"This class touched on all the information I needed to get started writing my book.The chat sessions were excellent. The hour just flew by each week and I didn't want it to end." -- Janet Martin

"If you have always wondered if you could write a picture book, this is the class for you. The class will teach you the basics without being condescending in a very creative and supportive environment." -- Kristen Giang

"Dashka was great. She was very encouraging while still being realistic." -- Carrie Yamato

"Dashka was very willing to share specific advice about strategies and industry tips, and she took a lot of time and thought critiquing our assignments. She was excellent!" -- Diane Debrovner

"Daska is a skilled expert with a lot of practical advice to give her students. This was just what I needed to energize my writing." -- Lynne Lepley

"Dashka was fantastic. She gave everyone equal attention and seemed to sincerely care about our progress. Her feedback was constructive but also very inspiring. I highly recommend this course to anyone." -- Katie Brophy

"Dashka is a wonderful instructor who provides solid feedback on your writing as well as advice on how to become published." -- Susan Brady

"Dashka has a wealth of experience in this area and was very professional." -- Joanne Denekamp