Manuscript Feedback

A manuscript critique is designed to help you step back and see your story as a whole before moving into deeper editing or revision.

When you book this service, I read your manuscript carefully from both a reader’s perspective and an editor’s perspective, paying attention to how the story unfolds emotionally and structurally on the page.

Instead of marking up the manuscript itself, you’ll receive a detailed editorial letter that examines the larger patterns shaping your story.

This allows us to focus on the foundational elements that make a romance or romantasy novel satisfying for readers, including:

• story structure and narrative momentum
• pacing and tension
• character arcs and relationship development
• emotional beats and payoff
• clarity of stakes, goals, and conflict

The goal of a manuscript critique is clarity and direction. Rather than working line-by-line through the manuscript, I focus on identifying the strengths already present in your story and the areas where revision could have the greatest impact.

Your editorial letter will highlight:

• what is already working well in the manuscript
• structural or pacing issues affecting the story’s momentum
• areas where character development or emotional logic could deepen
• moments where tension, stakes, or clarity may be weakened
• practical revision priorities to guide your next draft

Think of this service as a high-level roadmap for revision. It helps you understand where the story is landing effectively for readers and where further development may strengthen the manuscript before deeper editing.

After delivery, you’ll have a 14-day asynchronous support window where you can send follow-up questions by email. This space is meant to help clarify the feedback and support you as you begin revision.

It does not include additional editing or ongoing revision coaching, though those services are available separately if you’d like deeper support.

This service is best suited for complete or near-complete manuscripts that need big-picture guidance before moving into a full developmental edit.

If you’re submitting only part of a manuscript, including a short synopsis is helpful so the feedback can consider the broader direction of the story.

What's Included

• Full manuscript read
• Detailed editorial letter with big-picture feedback
• Analysis of story structure, pacing, character arcs, and emotional beats
• Revision priorities and guidance for your next draft
• 14-day follow-up window for clarification questions

Pricing / Turnaround

Starting at $0.011 per word.
Most manuscript critiques are completed within 3–4 weeks, depending on manuscript length and current availability.

On a deadline? Rush projects are subject to availability and may include an additional fee.

I take a limited number of projects each month to ensure depth and care. Availability is based on both manuscript length and timing.

A 30% non-refundable deposit is required to reserve time for your project. The remaining balance is due once the work is complete and before deliverables are sent.

Big-picture feedback for romance and romantasy manuscripts that are close to completion but still feel like something isn’t quite working.

If you feel your manuscript is close, but something still isn’t quite falling into place, tell me a little about your project and what you’re hoping to strengthen.

FAQs

• What kind of feedback do you provide?
  A: I focus on big-picture story elements such as character development, story structure, pacing, and emotional clarity. The goal is to help you understand how your story is working as a whole and where revision may strengthen it.

  You’ll receive a detailed editorial letter outlining strengths, areas for improvement, and suggested revision priorities.

  This service does not include line edits, proofreading, or in-line manuscript comments.

• What’s the difference between a manuscript feedback and a developmental edit?
  A: A manuscript feedback provides high-level feedback in a detailed editorial letter that evaluates how your story is working overall.

  A developmental edit goes deeper and includes in-line comments throughout the manuscript, along with an editorial letter explaining the feedback.

  Think of a feedback as a big-picture roadmap, while a developmental edit provides more detailed, scene-level guidance.

• Is follow-up support included?
  A: Yes. After you receive your feedback, you’ll have a 14-day support window where you’re welcome to ask clarifying questions by email.

  If you’d like more hands-on help turning feedback into revision steps, Revision Support is available as an optional next step.

• Why do you require a non-refundable deposit?
  The deposit secures dedicated time for your manuscript and allows me to plan my schedule thoughtfully.

  I understand writing timelines can shift, so if something unexpected comes up, I’m always happy to discuss rescheduling when possible.

  The remaining balance is due once the work is complete and before deliverables are sent.