Editorial Services

Critique Services

I have been writing and critiquing picture books since 2013. I know how hard this business can be. I know how self-doubt and fear can grab hold of you and convince you you are not a real author. I am here to tell you: you are not alone. I am also here to tell you: I want to help you kick self-doubt and fear in the butt and get your picture book manuscript ready to send out into the world, because that's where it belongs.

And please repeat after me: "I am a real author."

Again, but louder.

Good.

Let's get to work.

If you have a picture book manuscript you'd like to either submit to an agent or editor, or publish yourself, and need help to get it ready, I can help. I

If we work together (and I hope we do), we will be focusing on the following elements: character development, structure, story arc, pacing, tension, verb tense, point of view, theme or takeaway, heart, opening and ending, re-readability potential, rhyme pattern and structure (if applicable), and more.

We will also talk about industry stuff, like querying agents, finding good comparable titles, Twitter pitches, manuscript wishlists, and so on. I will answer any questions you have about the craft and getting your story published as best as I can.

A few things to take note of before we begin.

I deliver work within 2 weeks from the day payment is made* and/or from the day I receive a revision.

The feedback you get from me is only one person's opinion. This business is incredibly subjective, and what works for one person may not work for another.

*Payment details will be provided when you're ready to begin.

Quick Overview (starting 115€)

I will send you an editorial assessment which includes bullet points of what you need to think about and big-picture edits to consider. We can combine this with a round of line edits.

Recommended for those who have spent a lot of time on their manuscript and need a quick assessment.

Big Picture Critique (starting 155€)

I will send you an in-depth editorial letter that covers developmental, big-picture points, helping you to work on your structure, character's motivation, point of view, pacing, plot, character, story arc, theme, and so on.

Recommended if you want to make sure your manuscript is headed in the right direction before you dive deeper and are prepared to do some serious work.

Line Level Critique (starting 120€)

I will send you line-by-line edits and suggestions that cover word choice, voice (yours and your character's), sentence structure, rhythm, showing versus telling, text flow, and so on.

Recommended if you feel your manuscript is in a good place and want to dive deeper and tighten your text.

Critique Package (starting 255€)

This package will consist of two rounds:

- (1) Big Picture Critique (see above), and

- (2) Line Level Critique (see above).

Rhyme Critique (starting 255€)

- I will send you a brief editorial letter with suggestions on how to move forward with your piece as well as a partial poetry scan.

- I will scan your poem with line edits and suggestions to help you polish it up and make sure it flows like music.

Query & Pitch Critique (starting 95€)

- We will work on the structure and content of your letter, making it as effective as possible (2 rounds).

- We will work on crafting your story pitch, which will be included in your letter.

- I will help you find 2-3 recent comparable titles because most agents and editors will ask for them.

30-Minute Chat (120€)

- I will sit with your manuscript for a few days and make some quick notes to be discussed during the call.

Good for those who prefer to talk through edits and have writing and industry questions.

SUBMISSION PACKAGE: Critique Package + Query & Pitch Critique (starting 325€)

Recommended if you want to get your story ready to pitch. If you choose this option, we will turn your draft into a polished manuscript and get your query letter ready to submit.

Mentorship

Looking for some long-term support? Email me and let's talk about what you need and how I can help.

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