Manuscript Evaluation
You’ve written “The End,” and it’s time to plan “now what?” You need to know what’s working, what needs improvement, where to start with self-editing, and the next step you should take with your story—without getting too overwhelmed.
What is a Manuscript Evaluation?
A Manuscript Evaluation is a big-picture content review designed to evaluate big-picture elements, like character development, emotional connection, pacing, structure, and world-building. While less extensive than a full developmental edit, a Manuscript Evaluation provides a cost-effective alternative for authors looking for high-level editorial direction.
You should consider a Manuscript Evaluation after you’ve taken your story as far as you can and if you plan to query, self-publish, or want hands-on help in learning content editing.
A note on scope: A Manuscript Evaluation is a single-round evaluation focused strictly on narrative structure and storytelling. It does not cover substantive or technical edits.
Select the Manuscript Evaluation That’s Right for You
Basic
In-line Comments Only$0.01/word
Short Comments:
✓ The beginning
✓ Character development
✓ Pacing & plot
✓ Scene development
✓ Storytelling & structure
✓ Voice & emotional connection
✓ World-building
✓ The ending
Popular
Standard
Editorial Letter Only$0.015/word
Detailed Letter:
✓ The beginning
✓ Character development
✓ Pacing & plot
✓ Scene development
✓ Storytelling & structure
✓ Voice & emotional connection
✓ World-building
✓ The ending
✓ Q&A
✓ Next Steps
Plus
Editorial Letter + Comments$0.022/word
Both:
✓ The beginning
✓ Character development
✓ Pacing & plot
✓ Scene development
✓ Storytelling & structure
✓ Voice & emotional connection
✓ World-building
✓ The ending
✓ Q&A
✓ Next Steps