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HI EVERYONE,
MY NAME IS
MARIE
I'm a children's book author!
Author Visits
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Writing Help
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...this is how you can find me
marietangwritesbooks@gmail.com
or reach out to my agent Marisa Cleveland at the Seymour Agency
...and these are my books
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For many wonderful years, I was an early childhood educator. I’m happy to share my experiences and take the kiddos off your hands for an afternoon!
Here are some of the things we can do on my visit:
• Yuna’s Cardboard Castles read aloud
• Baba’s Peach Tree read aloud
• Q&A session
• Show & Tell Origami
• Small group origami boat folding
• Cultural and intergenerational book chat
• Book signing
Each presentation is tailored to your group’s needs. Get in touch to learn more about full-day or virtual author visits and how we can make the most of our time together.
Interested in an Author Visit?
This short form helps me learn a bit about
your group and what you’re hoping for.
*Have spacesuit, will travel!
So I Hear You're a Writer
There are many wonderful ways to get FREE feedback—local writing groups, programs like 12x12, and critique partners. These communities can be incredibly supportive, so I do encourage you to check those out. But if you’re the type that just wants focused and straightforward one-on-one feedback, keep reading.
What I do: I read your manuscript with fresh eyes and provide in-line notes, big-picture feedback, and practical suggestions to strengthen your story. No calls, no back-and-forth—just honest, comprehensive feedback you can take and run with.
Before You Submit
PB Critique (up to 1,000 words)
A clear, focused critique with in-line notes and big-picture feedback on structure, pacing, and clarity—plus actionable revision suggestions.
PB Critique: Deep Dive (up to 1,000 words)
A more in-depth critique with detailed line-level feedback and deeper developmental insight, including specific examples to guide revision.
Details
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Turnaround: 7–10 days from payment
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For writers with a completed draft ready for revision
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Manuscripts must be 1,000 words or fewer
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Not currently accepting rhyming manuscripts
*Not sure if your manuscript is a good fit? Feel free to reach out before submitting.
"Marie’s insights are consistently spot-on, identifying key themes and character arcs while offering thoughtful, actionable suggestions. She approaches every story with optimism and kindness—something that’s surprisingly rare in editing." -Tom Meyer (author/illustrator)
"I have had the privilege of receiving Marie’s careful, thoughtful critiques, the pleasure of writing with her, and the joy of hearing her share her books with little children. I wholeheartedly recommend her critique services—she is a beautiful writer who offers insightful feedback." -Cathy S. (author of Keep on a-Walkin': Kimberly Burwell Stands Up for Environmental Justice)
“I wholeheartedly recommend Marie to other writers! She’s a writer’s writer. She understands the thrill of beautiful writing and can appreciate the same in others. She never stops trying to learn more and share her experiences. But most of all, she has the unique ability to inspire and challenge you, while also cheering you on from the sidelines!" -Heather Haines (novelist)
"Marie looks at the big picture as well as the nitty-gritty and is easily able to spot areas in need of attention, be it plot, clarity, pacing, or whatever. But she is also quick to point out areas that are working and that she particularly likes. She has helped me improve my work significantly. I highly recommend her!" -Sallye Orourke (writer)
"Marie’s picture book critiques include insightful questions about character and plot development, and she has a keen eye for ways to winnow down the word count without losing the heart of the story. Her detailed but encouraging comments make it easy to dive into revisions." -Carol Doeringer (author of If You Wake A Skunk)
What's New...
Thank you friends, for this amazing honor!
I also had the pleasure of working with READING PARTNERS on their COVER TO COVER Project
Learn more about them and the great work they do at readingpartners.org
Flying onto bookshelves this fall!
presents
Bubbly, bobbly, and bold Sophia Lee is always doing the opposite of what her grandparents want her to do! When she tries something new and a little bit scary, Sophia learns that the support of her loved ones might just be what gives her courage.
by Marie Tang illustrated by Lenny Wen
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for author visits, questions, or just to say hi, email me
marietangwritesbooks@gmail.com
or reach out to my agent Marisa Cleveland at the Seymour Agency
About Me.
Marie is a PAL author and general creator of “things.” Having a second start in life upon moving home to the United States from China—where she spent her 30s—Marie is far from understanding what adulting is and if she should participate.
Marie’s twelve-year-old toy poodle has yet to inspire an anamorphic story. Rather, her stories reflect her culture and her desire to encourage younger and older generations of Asian Americans to break down the barriers of communication and storytelling.
With a flurry of anecdotes floating around in her head, she hopes to write for more than just the picture book market. Her latest venture… novels! Marie is the author of Yuna’s Cardboard Castles and Baba’s Peach Tree and has three additional manuscripts in development with Disney Hyperion and Random House Studio.
In her free time… well, she doesn’t have much of that—but when she does, she enjoys cooking with her teenage daughter, thinking about bonsai trees, traveling around the world, and—of course—reading.