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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, creativity, fluidity, and honesty of the writing
- support the author with a warm & tactful approach
Editing of Query & Submission Letters also offered.
Manuscript Evaluation
Written evaluation of plot, characterization, pacing, structure, and grammar, with specific advice on how to polish and strengthen the work.
Children's Book Information Pack
A bound compilation of valuable reference materials, providing a comprehensive overview of children's book publishing and writing, including:
- ABCs of children's book publishing
- SUBMISSION PROCESS
- CHILDREN'S BOOK GENRES
- PAGE LENGTHS & AGE GROUPS
- MANUSCRIPT vs. BOUND BOOK LENGTHS
- MARKETING & PROMOTION
- CONTRACT TERMS, ADVANCES, ROYALTIES
- CAREERS in CHILDREN'S BOOK PUBLISHING
- NEWBERY & CALDECOTT MEDAL RECIPIENTS
- PROOFREADING symbols
- PUBLISHERS/EDITORS & ADDRESSES
- LITERARY AGENCIES & ADDRESSES
- PUBLISHER RESPONSES/REACTIONS
Children's Book Publishing Advice / Q&A Answers
- Advice / answers to children’s book questions.
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