Editing & Critique

As an award-winning, agented author and previous novel editor, I have developed the perfect format for a successful query letter and opening 10 pages. I received 22 full manuscript requests on my own material that allowed me to sign with my dream agent. After working in the industry as a professional editor, I was able to study and perfect the art of marketing to such a degree that I can now glance at a query letter and tell the level of the writer. Many writers receive rejections simply because their query letter or pitch isn't formatted properly. Through this critique, I will teach you the tips and tricks to grab an agent from the first sentence through clear, concise format, rather than gimmicks that result in rejection. Together, we will polish your material and pitch properly to sign with your dream agent!

Query Critique $50

A full critique of your query letter includes in-line comments/suggestions on format, content, and marketability, as well as an edit letter for further detail on how to present the strongest query letter to a literary agent.

Pitch Critique $20

I aid the author in creating a marketable hook for their story. This is crucial in selling your story, both in person and in the query letter. Here, I will break down the difference between an elevator pitch/log-line, story concept, and marketing pitch.

Opening Pages Critique $100

This critique consists of in-line comments/suggestions and a developmental edit letter. I will go through genre conventions, marketability, hook, pacing, story structure, character, world-building, setting, style, and voice. Together we will polish the first 10 pages to present the strongest opening of your manuscript.

Synopsis Critique $75

The dreaded synopsis! This is one of my favorite parts of the submission process. I found that there are only 2 reasons this is a struggle for writers. 1) Lack of knowledge on how to properly format. 2) A structural issue in the overall story. Together, we will pin down both issues. This critique comes with format critique, in-line comments, a developmental letter, and full aid in any structural issues there might be to both perfect the synopsis and strengthen the overall story.

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Together we will prep your submission material in an easy, stress-free way! With the proper critique, you are sure to master the submission material and sign with your dream agent!