Why should you pay good money for an assessment?
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What will you get? Our assessment will be an honest evaluation of your writing, and include comments on plot, characterisation, themes, style, and publication potential. We make practical suggestions for improving those aspects of your manuscript that are in need of extra attention. Assessments are generally 10-20 pages long for a full-length novel. Non-fiction work varies considerably, and assessments are focussed on providing comprehensive feedback on style, subject, and publication potential. We include a separate letter to publishers for any manuscripts that we judge to be publication-worthy.
How much will a full assessment cost? * Under 40,000 words: $380.00
* 40,000-80,000 words: $440.00
* 80,000-100,000 words: $480.00
* 100,000+ words: $480.00 plus $3 per every 1,000 words extra.
* overseas clients add $15 for bank fees Please include cheque or money order with manuscript. We will refund any excess. Or use electronic web banking to pay directly to
BSB 066164 Account 10184776 (Please quote your last name)
Partial Assessments If you would like an early assessment of your work, send us the first 20,000 words, a synopsis and $200 (overseas clients: $215). We will give you a full evaluation of plot, style, characterization, with comments aimed at helping you improve your work before you have committed time and ink to a full manuscript. Ask us for more information. Please note that a partial assessment is not acceptable if you wish to submit your work for agenting later on.
What should you send? * your manuscript, typed on one side of the page only and numbered
(perfectionists can consult our hints for presentation)
* A self-addressed red postal bag for its return
* A brief letter stating that you want your manuscript assessed.
* A cheque or money order to cover the cost of assessment (see above for prices)
* A rough word count
If you include an e-mail address we will notify you when your manuscript arrives
Where do you send it? Assessments
The Book Doctor
7 The Vale
Willetton, WA 6155
Australia Got a question? Please ask us. Because of the enormous number of manuscripts we receive, we will only consider a work for agenting if it comes with a favourable professional assessment.
We consider having a manuscript professionally assessed an essential step on the way to publication, whether the writer is experienced or novice.
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