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Happy creating! General Consultation Conversation
Not ready to commit to the full Connection service? Just want to talk about where you are in your writing and publishing journey? Maybe get some advice about next steps? I'm happy to set up a call. $40/hour billed in increments thereof "Find Me An Agent Match Please" Consultation
Round One: Review 15-20 minute phone consultation about your projects a review of your most ready manuscript/s and an assessment of readiness for submission a list of potential freelance critiquers if needed estimated time to completion: 2-6 hours depending on age category of work [After you select "Purchase Round One" and complete payment, I will email you with next steps regarding our phone consultation. I will also ask you to complete a brief questionnaire to get us started] Round Two: Submission Materials a review of submission materials (query letter, cover letter, synopsis) and assessment of readiness for submission editing if required and re-review estimated time to completion: 2-7 hours can only be selected after completion of Round One [After you select "Purchase Round Two" and complete payment, I will email you with next steps and ask you to complete a brief questionnaire about your ideal agent match] Round Three: Making a Match a list of up to 10 agents that are the best fit for your work contact strategies for each agent on the list follow-up strategies for each agent depending upon their reactions next steps guidance including how to handle multiple offers of representation estimated time to completion 2-6 hours can only be selected after completion of Round One and Two CELEBRATION! $40/hour billed in two increments: 1. upon initiation of round, $40 2. upon completion of round, based on actual time to complete payable through PayPal * no charge for celebration :) Additional Increments of 30 Minutes |
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"Find Me An Editor Match Please" Consultation
Round One: Review a 15-minute phone consultation about your projects a review of your most ready manuscript/s and assessment of readiness for submission a list of potential freelance critiquers if needed estimated time to completion: 2-6 hours depending on age category of work [After you select "Purchase Round One" and complete payment, I will email you with next steps regarding our phone consultation. I will also ask you to complete a brief questionnaire to get us started] Round Two: Submission Materials a review of submission materials (cover letter, synopsis) and assessment of readiness for submission editing if required and re-review estimated time to completion: 2-6 hours [After you select "Purchase Round Two" and complete payment, I will email you with next steps and ask you to complete a brief questionnaire about your ideal editor match] Round Three: Making a Match a list of up to 5 editors and publishing houses that are the best fit for your work contact strategies for each editor on the list follow-up strategies for each editor depending upon their reactions next steps guidance including how to handle multiple offers estimated time to completion: 2-4 hours can only be selected after completion of Round One and Two CELEBRATION! $40/hour billed in two increments: 1. upon initiation of round, $40 2. upon completion of round, remainder based on actual time to complete payable through PayPal * no charge for celebration :) |
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"Find Me a Critiquer or Freelance Editor Please" Consultation
First, what is the difference between a critique and an edit?
A critique will help you focus on the building blocks of the manuscript such as character, plot, pacing, voice, dialogue, positive aspects, and marketability. It may offer some feedback on how to improve, but doesn’t focus on the big, structural aspects. A critique may come in the form of a one or one and a half page note with some general track changes comments. Critiques are less costly than an edit, have a quicker turnaround time, and are very useful to see if a project is working--or not yet.
An edit goes beyond the basic building blocks and offers suggestions on how improve the overall work. The editor will make comments on the manuscript and will identify and provide suggestions to solve issues on theme, voice, characterization, plotting, and pacing. An in-depth editorial letter will accompany the manuscript. Usually, an editor will not make changes to the manuscript for you, but will suggest ways to enhance and improve it based upon his/her knowledge of the industry, competition, and experience. A freelance edit will be more of an investment and will take longer to receive. But, a good edit can turn a project from meh to sellable.
This consultation includes:
First, what is the difference between a critique and an edit?
A critique will help you focus on the building blocks of the manuscript such as character, plot, pacing, voice, dialogue, positive aspects, and marketability. It may offer some feedback on how to improve, but doesn’t focus on the big, structural aspects. A critique may come in the form of a one or one and a half page note with some general track changes comments. Critiques are less costly than an edit, have a quicker turnaround time, and are very useful to see if a project is working--or not yet.
An edit goes beyond the basic building blocks and offers suggestions on how improve the overall work. The editor will make comments on the manuscript and will identify and provide suggestions to solve issues on theme, voice, characterization, plotting, and pacing. An in-depth editorial letter will accompany the manuscript. Usually, an editor will not make changes to the manuscript for you, but will suggest ways to enhance and improve it based upon his/her knowledge of the industry, competition, and experience. A freelance edit will be more of an investment and will take longer to receive. But, a good edit can turn a project from meh to sellable.
This consultation includes:
- a 15 minute discussion about your goals for your manuscript, your budget, and whether a critique or freelance edit is the best next step
- a review of your project
- a list of appropriate experts with contact information
- troubleshooting if necessary
* I cannot guarantee book contracts and/or agent representation as a result of our work together. I can guarantee that I will work to the best of my abilities to further your goals. I reserve the right to refuse service on any project for which I feel I am not suited. All payments are final. Purchasing my services means you have read and accept these policies.
