Manuscript Evaluation
Professional eyes on your draft
A manuscript evaluation is a big-picture analysis, focusing on foundational elements like theme, plot structure, character development, pacing, and potential marketability.
This feedback is great if you don't want or need a full developmental edit, but you're seeking something more involved than a beta reader would give you.
Submit your full manuscript, or just that one chapter that's been giving you trouble.
What you get:
A detailed report summarizing the key strengths and areas for improvement in your manuscript, giving you a clear picture of where you stand, including:
Constructive Critique: Insightful feedback on crucial elements like plot structure, character development, pacing, and dialogue, ensuring your story's foundation is rock solid.
Market Viability Analysis: An assessment of your manuscript’s potential in the current market, helping you understand how your story might be received by readers and publishers.
Actionable Recommendations: Practical, tailored suggestions for improvement, enabling you to take the next steps in refining your manuscript.
Encouragement and Support: Positive reinforcement highlighting your strengths as a writer, providing you with the confidence and motivation to continue your creative journey.
Unsure? Get your first chapter (up to 3k words) evaluated for free!
Fee
.02 cents per word (or $20 per 1,000 words)
I accept partial manuscripts. This is a great way to get early feedback on what you have, to ensure you are on the right track. Or just to double-check a certain chapter that you are particularly struggling with.
Add-on
Want to discuss your feedback? Add on a book coaching session.
How does this differ from developmental editing?
Developmental editing is way more involved. In addition to the editorial letter, you receive:
Extensive in-line comments throughout the manuscript
Scene-by-scene summaries
A much larger editorial letter, including feedback on 38 story elements
A revision plan
Charts and graphs illustrating data on your novel