Picture Book Manuscript Critique Services

As an award-winning children’s author of many published stories, I understand the importance of crafting nuanced tales that will reach the hearts and minds of young readers. No matter where you are on your writing journey, I am honored to provide personalized feedback that will take your manuscript to the next level.

From draft to acquired, let’s go!

 
 

Your picture book manuscript critique will include:

A deep critique of one picture book manuscript (1000 words max).

Comments written on your manuscript Word document and detailed comments on a separate Word document with notes on:

  1. Structure, pacing, page turns

  2. Voice consistency

  3. Character development

  4. Agency within your protagonist

  5. Suggestions for incorporating ‘heart’

  6. Comp title suggestions

  7. Audience and where your book fits on the shelf.

  8. Suggestions for line tightening and word count reduction

  9. Next step recommendations

Picture Book Manuscript Critique Service Options and Pricing:

1 Full Critique:

Includes items 1-9.

$75.00 for 1ooo words or less.

$100 for 1000-2000 words.

1 Quick Critique:

Includes items 1-3 Notes on your manuscript only. 1000 words max. No line edits

$50.00

1 Follow-Up Phone Call:

A 20-minute phone call or zoom meeting to discuss the critique suggestions.

$25.00, in addition to the prices above.

1 Follow-Up Critique:

A new look at your revised draft with updated notes.

$35.00

Next Steps:

Please send a message via the contact option or by email at (britjanee1986 (at) gmail (Dot) com, detailing the critique service, the specific feedback you seek, and your manuscript goals.

Send your manuscript as a Word document only, double-spaced with page numbers.

Send payment within 72 hours of email receipt, by Paypal or alternative discussed means.

You will receive your critique within 21 days.

Reach out again for any follow-up services.