Manuscript Editing
Complete line-by-line editing of each manuscript to:
- clarify, tighten, & focus the story
- develop & strengthen plot, pacing, & characterization
- eliminate cliche, hyperbole, & redundancies
- enhance the individuality & fluidity of the writing
- support the author with a warm & tactful approach
Editing of Query & Submission Letters also offered.
Manuscript Evaluation &/or Art Evaluation
Written evaluation of plot, characterization, pacing,
structure, & grammar, with specific advice on how to
polish & strengthen the work. The Art Evaluation critiques
the content & style of the illustrations or mock-up dummy.
Children's Book Informational Guides
A selection of valuable reference guides, providing
a comprehensive overview of children's book publishing
& writing, including these individual guides:
- USA Literary Agencies Who Rep Children’s Books
(Picture Books, Middle Grades, & YAs)
- Children’s Book Submission Process to Literary Agencies & Publishers
- Children’s Book Submission Steps in a Nutshell
- Sample Children’s Book Submission Letter Templates
- Contracts / Advances / Royalties
- Children's Book Illustrators Seeking Illustration Work
- USA Self-Publishers
Children's Book Publishing Advice / Q&A Answers
- Advice / answers to children’s book questions
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