MANUSCRIPT CRITIQUES
As a veteran teacher for UCLA Extension's Writers' Program, I have many years experience in reviewing manuscripts. I've also critiqued and judged manuscripts for SCBWI.
Several of my students have gone on to become published writers.
I offer a general critique that includes:
Several of my students have gone on to become published writers.
I offer a general critique that includes:
- Notes on plot/pacing, character, setting, point of view, focus/theme.
- Notes on paragraphs/sections and sentences that need improvement. I consider ways that your manuscript can be tightened, fleshed out, enhanced. I do not line edit the entire manuscript.
- A one page summary, evaluating the concept and the quality of the writing, pointing out strengths and weaknesses, providing general suggestions for how you might refine your manuscript.
What I charge:
- For a 1,000 word picture book manuscript, my fee is $300, to be paid in advance of the critique. For longer manuscripts - up to 1500 words- add an additional $50 for every 250 words (1500 maximum).