"The Christian Writing Conference for Young Adults was so much fun! It was neat meeting different authors and hearing what it's really like being an author. My favorite was Michelle Medlock Adams. She was so funny and sweet... and I learned so much from her. I learned how to write a good book proposal and the steps to getting works published (all the while keeping Jesus in everything!) She made learning so interesting! And she had so much patience with the many questions I had! I really appreciate everything she taught me... now I'm on my way to being an author too! I really have a respect for her and her work and am amazed at how much God has blessed her too!"

Sarah, 16

   "Michelle captivates her audience both through her writing and through her teaching. She offers her knowledge genuinely and passionately. You can't help but embrace her enthusiasm and accept her encouragement. Her classes on writing for children address every aspect of the industry. When I entered her class for the first time, I didn't know anything about the writing industry. After several sessions, Michelle had shared the basics and way beyond, and had given us the inside scoop to help us on our way to being published authors. I came away from her classes feeling like I have potential and the ability to succeed. Once you spend a few minutes with Michelle you can clearly see evidence that she loves the Lord and loves what she does. I felt blessed after attending her classes and hope to meet up with Michelle at other conferences."

Jennifer Archer

   "Michelle Medlock Adams is a breath of fresh air. She brought incredible energy, insight, and passion for writing to our event. Conferees raved about her workshops and her one-to-one mentoring session. I've already invited her back for next year's event!"

Lawrence W. Wilson
Editorial Director, Wesleyan Publishing House
Director, Indianapolis Christian Writers' Conference

   "Michelle told students to keep reading and writing every day. She encouraged students to writing stories and get them published now! The great writers of our school in grades 3, 4, and 5 ate lunch with Michelle. Many were inspired to continue working on their writing projects. Christian is continuing to write a mystery featuring a boy trapped in his messy room. Abby is working on the third chapter of her WWI historical fiction novel.
   "Our student population is high poverty, over 70%. We are not quite to the level of passing our state scores, but we continue to make great gains in language arts. A day with Michelle Medlock Adams has been a tremendous boost to our writing program! Besides the information she gave the kids during the presentations, she is a loving and caring author."

Peggy Billiard, Teacher-librarian
Columbia Elementary School
Logansport, Indiana

   The following are quotes from students from answers to the question: What did you learn about writing from Mrs. Adams?

• Abby—"That you can write any kind of book."
• Jake—"You can get a long ways in life with writing."
• Joceline—"I learned that it's not always about the money. It's about focusing on writing. I also decided to write a book called Michelle Adams for Sale. It's about me wanting her job.... I used to think I could never write a story, but now she makes me want to write more."
• Michael—"You always have to pay attention and be a good inverviewer."
• Christian—"She showed me all of the things you can do with writing."

   "When I set faculty standards for the Pikes Peak Writers' Conference, I wanted accomplished writers who would offer practical tips to aspiring writers to help them improve their skills. I wanted PPWC participants to leave on Sunday with a new arsenal of techniques and with renewed enthusiasm and confidence.
   "Michelle Medlock Adams proved to be an ideal teacher for the Pikes Peak Writers' Conference. Her enthusiasm and bubbly personality added immensely to the faculty's stature. I attended her class on article writing, and Michelle packed every minute with useful information that could help any writer who wanted to publish short pieces.
   "Michelle is one of the very best faculty members we invited during my many years with the Pikes Peak Writers' Conference. She is fun to listen to and would be a great asset to any writers conference that focuses on practical tips and techniques."

Jimmie H. Butler
Founder, Pikes Peak Writers' Conference
Colorado Springs, CO

   "Michelle Medlock Adams is an encouraging and energetic writing instructor. Her dynamic presence and solid knowledge of the children's market come together to create a highly beneficial learning experience for new and advanced writers."

Suzanne Slade
author of more than 35 children’s books

   "Though hearing Michelle speak only once, I felt God encourage me through her to press on in my writing career. Her stories inspired me to focus on the ultimate goal of glorifying Him rather than dwell on the obstacles of rejection. She offered passionate insight on how to effectively write for God and professional perspective on success as a journalist and freelance writer. It's inspiring to see how God has used her to touch so many people. I hope I can say the same a few years down the road."

Janet Goreham
Assistant Editor, Sharing the Victory
Fellowship of Christian Athletes

   "I sat in on Michelle's class about researching at the North Texas Christian Writers Conference last weekend (Sept. 2006), and she gave excellent tips that I have already used. A person could not possibly leave one of her sessions without being ready to write and research. Her enthusiasm is contagious. I am encouraged to continue pressing forward because she took the time to use her experiences to help me grow. Thank you so much, Michelle."

Barbara Oden
Nevertheless Ministries
www.ntlm.org

   "Michelle Medlock Adams was the first person to show me the possibilities and value of treating my writing like a career. Her knowledge, enthusiastic delivery methods, and generosity when sharing what she knows make her a conference favorite. Michelle and her ministry are my role models, and now that she's moved away, Texas will never be the same!"

Valeria Vick
Glorieta Writers' Conference and NTCWC