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A manuscript assessment is often the first step to realising
your potential, but it is a brave step to hand over your precious work to a
stranger. We bear this in mind with an assessment that is sensitive while critical,
encouraging while realistic. We know that producing any manuscript is a feat
in itself.
Categories we accept
Fiction such as romance, historical romance, saga, crime,
legal, humour, science fiction, fantasy and children's. Non-fiction such as
biography, autobiography and history, including Australian, business/corporate
and family. Poetry and short story. illustrated and non-genre works.
We are also interested in non-genre works.
We are equipped to handle manuscripts from North America
and the United Kingdom as well as Australia and English translations from
other languages.
What we do for you
- provide a comprehensive report on aspects of the story,
or content, characters, structure, and language and grammar, outlining
strengths and weaknesses
- offer guidance for self-editing and style improvement
- let you know, within your category, your potential
for publication
- ensure confidentiality in all communications
- return your assessment and manuscript within four to
six weeks
- pay special attention to the first-time author
What we don't do for you
- guarantee publication
- act as a literary agent
- give misleading hope with a false "glowing report"
What we require of you
- the manuscript to be your own personal and original
work
- your research to be correct in matters of fact
- submission of your manuscript in hard copy, 12-point
font and double-line spacing; number of words, synopsis and brief description
of major characters, table of contents or indication of chapter or
section divisions
- a brief covering letter with details about yourself
relevant to your work
- enclosure of an SSAE (Stamped Self Addressed Envelope)
for us to return your manuscript and assessment
- enclosure of cheque for relevant fee for service
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