Krissy Kneen (Affection; a Memoir of Sex, Love and Intimacy – Text Publishing)
As an agent-less first time author, it was so important to have Alex Adsett look over my contract. She helped me to ask for changes that I would never have asked for on my own. Her suggestions gave me the confidence to be a little more assertive and professional about the whole thing, when my first instinct was just to sign without even thinking about the business side of the deal. Even if you are desperate for a contract it is important to know what you are actually signing.  With Alex’s help I now know that my contract is fair and that my publisher has my best interest at heart and I can get on with the job of being an author.

Karen Collum (Samuel’s Kisses – New Frontier Publishing, September 2010)
When I found myself (an agent-less debut author), looking over the fine print of my very first publishing contract, I knew I needed someone to help me.  Although I was very excited about my first contract, I didn’t have a clue what I was actually about to sign.  I needed to find someone who did.  Alex Adsett was the perfect solution. After Alex read through my contract, she identified a number of issues of which I needed to be aware and then she negotiated directly with my publisher to get me the very best deal possible.  I felt confident with not only Alex’s depth of experience in the literary world, but also the manner in which she conducted the negotiations.  Her friendly, professional approach made the negotiations a painless process for all involved, and the publisher and I quickly reached agreement. I’m delighted to say I signed the final contract of the contract today and am now eagerly awaiting my first advance.  Thanks Alex! I couldn’t have done it without you.

Lisa Hollier (Hullabazoo – Penguin Publishing, October 2010)
When I read through my first publishing contract I was completely lost. I had no agent, no experience with publishers or publishing contracts and had no idea what sort of deal to expect for a first book.  I was so relieved when I found Alex Adsett ‚she made the contract negotiations easy and it was comforting to know that there was someone looking out just for me. Alex provided me with a comprehensive report of my contract and suggested a variety of ways to improve the deal I’d been offered. She is professional and easy-going and was able to negotiate with my publisher on my behalf.  Throughout this process Alex would always take the time to speak with me and explain any details I was unsure about. Having used her services to negotiate my first contract, I can honestly say that I would never sign a publishing contract with out her advice.