What is a Manuscript Evaluation?

A LIGHTER SERCIVE THAN A DEVELOPMENTAL EDIT

A manuscript evaluation focuses on what's working withing your story while providing areas for improvement. It includes a shorter editorial letter than a full developmental edit, but ensures you walk away with next steps in your editing process. Many authors choose this package to work with a developmental editor to revise their book. A book editor will read your manuscript and give you an idea of what you're doing well and how you can improve. 

Big Picture Story Structure, Character Development & More!

For writers seeking feedback on their story’s potential, a manuscript evaluation is perfect. This less intensive edit suits projects with limited budgets or those new to receiving editorial feedback.

I’ll identify three major strengths and three areas for improvement for your manuscript. These focus on the big picture of your story while focusing on the overall structure. At the end, you'll have the opportunity to ask me questions for up to 30 days. 

Book with notes in it for a manuscript evaluation.

Manuscript Evaluation

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

  • One full read of your manuscript

  • 3-5 page Editorial Report focusing on the most impactful suggestions

  • One 60-minute call to discuss your manuscript

  • 30 Days of unlimited support via email

PRICE: .005¢ per word

Manuscript Evaluation with Comments

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

  • One full read of your manuscript

  • 3-5 page Editorial Report 

  • One 60-minute phone call to discuss your manuscript

  • In-line comments on your manuscript.

  • 30 days of unlimited email support.

PRICE: .015¢ per word

“Leah’s feedback was amazing! Her notes on my manuscript were detailed, easy to understand, and specific. We covered what’s working, what’s missing, and what could be shored-up to get the story from “good” to “great”. Her coaching has encouraged me to work just above my comfort-level—a great place to be as an artist. I’m looking forward to working again with Leah on upcoming books.”
— J. R. Redstone, Author of "The Frost Emerald Affair"

THE EDITING PROCESS

01.
DO A SAMPLE EDIT

I edit your first 2000 words to see if we are a good fit!

02.
HAVE A CHAT

We jump on a call to talk about the sample edit and the proposal.

03.
START WORKING

Now for my favorite part: editing your manuscript!

04.
DELIVERY DAY!

You get your edits back and we schedule a post-edit chat!