Manuscript Feedback
You’ve written a draft, you've been revising, and now you're interested in big-picture feedback.
Manuscript feedback (also called a manuscript critique, manuscript evaluation, or editorial assessment) helps writers identify and solve problems at the level of the story. Like a developmental edit, this service attends to big-picture issues: plot, structure, conflict, character arc, point of view, pacing, theme, worldbuilding, a work’s conversation with its genre.
Available for manuscripts in romance (novels, novellas, short stories, and more) and other genres, depending on the specific nature and needs of the project; reach out to discuss that!
This service draws on:
It includes an editorial letter reporting on what’s working and what may require further attention, touching on all the major components of storytelling generally and of romance specifically, with lots of commentary on and concrete ideas for your specific work (as well as links to resources for further explanation or exploration as appropriate). After you review my feedback, I’m happy to answer questions via email.
Since it involves a single pass through the manuscript (rather than two) and no in-text comments, I think of this service as a developmental edit's little cousin. It's excellent for writers who want only the biggest-picture feedback at this point in their process—a bird's-eye view of the story landscape—and for folks who feel confident applying that kind of feedback to their own work. If you’d prefer to see lots of in-text comments asking questions, making observations, noting patterns and examples, and suggesting possible rewrites in addition to the editorial letter, please reach out to discuss a developmental edit.
These services generally happen with a full manuscript that the writer has already revised on their own: in other words, you’ve taken it as far as you can and now want an informed and thoughtful new perspective. But if you are feeling stuck with a partial manuscript or even an outline and synopsis, feel free to be in touch to discuss possibilities.
Because we’re all trying to be kind and get it right, I always query, explain, and propose solutions if I encounter language or storytelling that strikes me as potentially harmful to readers because of connections to ableism, racism, fat phobia, classism, misogyny, homophobia, transphobia, or any other cultural yuckiness.
Available for manuscripts in romance (novels, novellas, short stories, and more) and other genres, depending on the specific nature and needs of the project; reach out to discuss that!
This service draws on:
- expert knowledge of how the elements of fiction work together to impact readers
- deep familiarity with your work’s genre
- care for your particular vision and goals
It includes an editorial letter reporting on what’s working and what may require further attention, touching on all the major components of storytelling generally and of romance specifically, with lots of commentary on and concrete ideas for your specific work (as well as links to resources for further explanation or exploration as appropriate). After you review my feedback, I’m happy to answer questions via email.
Since it involves a single pass through the manuscript (rather than two) and no in-text comments, I think of this service as a developmental edit's little cousin. It's excellent for writers who want only the biggest-picture feedback at this point in their process—a bird's-eye view of the story landscape—and for folks who feel confident applying that kind of feedback to their own work. If you’d prefer to see lots of in-text comments asking questions, making observations, noting patterns and examples, and suggesting possible rewrites in addition to the editorial letter, please reach out to discuss a developmental edit.
These services generally happen with a full manuscript that the writer has already revised on their own: in other words, you’ve taken it as far as you can and now want an informed and thoughtful new perspective. But if you are feeling stuck with a partial manuscript or even an outline and synopsis, feel free to be in touch to discuss possibilities.
Because we’re all trying to be kind and get it right, I always query, explain, and propose solutions if I encounter language or storytelling that strikes me as potentially harmful to readers because of connections to ableism, racism, fat phobia, classism, misogyny, homophobia, transphobia, or any other cultural yuckiness.
pricing
See my Services Menu for current pricing information.
content
Please note that I do not work on material that involves torture, on-page sexual violence, extensive horror or suspense elements, or sexual content that devalues consent. I am enthusiastic about consent-oriented sexually explicit material, and I particularly welcome writers wishing to hone this part of their craft!
My getting-to-know-you process involves asking about any parts of your story that may be emotionally difficult for readers, so that I can be prepared to give your manuscript the focus and presence it deserves.
My getting-to-know-you process involves asking about any parts of your story that may be emotionally difficult for readers, so that I can be prepared to give your manuscript the focus and presence it deserves.
What's next?
If you think this sounds promising, let’s communicate! The first step in my process is to get to know you and your needs and, of course, answer any questions you may have. Then, if we’ve determined it’s a good fit, we’ll sign an agreement and get to work!
