“Christy Yaros has created something special here—a writing community intent on helping each member achieve their writing goals with the best tools and support possible.”

~ Jackee A.

“Since joining Crafting KidLit, I've found a community that keeps me accountable. We encourage each other, and help one another out in so many ways. I find Christy's daily prompts are often exactly what I need to think about my story at a deeper level, and it's a way for me to learn about what others in the community are writing about. 

Christy's tools have helped me figure out the heart of my story and have made me tackling a big revision much more manageable. There are many opportunities to participate and learn and connect.

Members make book recommendations, offer to critique, run a workshop, and hold writing sessions. There's so much more. I like the small, community feel.”

~ Theresa

“I learned about this program through a friend who, like me, struggled with reaching her writing goals. I had never seen her so enthusiastic about her own writing. She was energized and motivated and had a clear, well designed plan to finish her novel in progress.

I was having difficulty keeping focused on revising my middle-grade novel and decided to give this program a try. Using the tools provided by this program, I have since rekindled my passion for my writing and feel confident that I can write the book I was meant to write.

This community has provided the encouragement and feedback, as well as the accountability I very much needed.”

~ Michele Manning

“Christy's KidLit Community gives me that same after-conference inspiration to write, push through those difficult scenes, and connect with other writings—but on a daily basis for six months.

Being a part of Christy's Crafting KidLit Program has been (writer) life-changing. As a pantser, I never, ever believed I could outline. Christy understands that everyone must find the process that works for them, and she helped me find mine, helped me learn how I can make outlining work for me. With Christy's guidance, I can now use my outline to see my manuscript as a whole and revise BEFORE diving into the pages.

Christy's Crafting KidLit Program has exceeded all expectations. The welcoming, positive, and encouraging atmosphere of the group keeps me coming back. I've learned so much from Christy and from the other members. What I gained was well worth the cost.”

~ Paula

“Christy does a marvelous job of herding cats. Each member of our group of 40 has different interests, and different amounts of time available to write. Christy's platform offers a wonderful range of solo and group opportunities to learn something new, or for strengthening our self-discipline to get it done.

Take as much or as little from each area as you want (outlining, peer review, craft resources, accountability, camaraderie, or commiseration.) Christy has created an atmosphere of friendliness, helpfulness, and no shame.

It's exactly what I needed when I first joined the group, and as I make progress on my novel there is always something and someone already there to help me with the next step.”

~ Fred

“I'm not the type of person to join groups—I'm a self-motivated writer and a bit of a loner. However, a writer friend suggested I join Christy's group when it was in the pilot stage, and I'm so grateful that I did.

Christy takes a genuine interest in us, our stories, and our processes. She has fabulous tools and techniques that help us create stories with sharper vision and deeper emotion. She's an excellent trouble-shooter and she knows what makes stories tick.

If you love to write MG and YA as I do, and you're seeking a kind, talented, and supportive community, Christy and her fabulous group might be for you!”

~ Elaine

"This program has given me the tools and the daily accountability I needed to finish my MG novel. Christy Yaros knows just the right questions to ask to get to the heart of a story and help propel it to the next level. I highly recommend this program to writers of all levels and ability.“

~ Laurie Smith Murphy

“You are a genius when it comes to story analysis and asking the tough questions. You break down a story to its simplest form and helps writers understand what's working and what isn't. You are thoughtful and go deep when you need me to, but you are also super helpful in solving problems.

You have created a living, breathing community of novel writers of all levels who cheer each other on and support each other, with daily motivations, thought-provoking questions, craft workshops, accountability check-ins, live critiques, and the support we all need. What an amazing group!”

~ Patty