Beta Read

Manuscript Assessment

Are the stakes high enough? Do your characters have depth? Bring fresh eyes to your work to answer these questions (and more!)
I will give your manuscript a thorough read and tell you what does—and does not—work within a 2-3 page editorial letter.

I will assess your manuscript with care and diligence, all while considering your specific intentions and goals. I will provide you with a 6-10 page report outlining the strengths and weaknesses of your manuscript, with practical implementable suggestions on how to address the weaknesses—and how to make your strengths shine.

The editorial letter will include general impressions on:

I’ll provide a close reading of your manuscript, assessing:

  • Opening/First 10 pages
  • Plot
  • Characterization
  • Structure/Pacing/Intrigue
  • Writing style & fluency
  • Plot
  • Structure (i.e., pacing/tension/how you’re maintaining reader engagement, etc.)
  • Characterization
  • Setting/World building
  • Voice
  • Mood/tone
  • Language/Writing style
  • Themes            
  • Believability
  • Marketability