Assessments are designed to assist aspiring writers or those working in an unfamiliar genre to develop skills and improve the publishability of their work.

The assessment service provides a selected editing of the work, a thorough reading, and a fully detailed written critique.

Most types of manuscript can be assessed, including, non-fiction, memoir, biography, fiction, screenplays, and self-help works.

Aspects of the writing’s strengths and weaknesses, technical advice, characters, construction, plot, dialogue, style and points of view are discussed with, where possible, some suggestions that the author might like to consider to improve the work.

The commercial viability of the work is also considered, taking into account current market trends and publishers’ requirements.

Two options for assessments are available: the first is a short manuscript assessment service that involves a reading of up to 10,000 words of a manuscript, including a synopsis or book outline, or proposal for a flat fee of $150.00. 

The second option is a full manuscript assessment service and the rates are: $250.00 base fee plus $3.00 per 1000 words.

For example, an assessment of a manuscript of 80,000 words would cost $490.00 ($250.00 + $240.00).

Both options include a full written report from a professional assessor. 

All manuscripts should be submitted according to the manuscript submission guidelines. Screenplays should be submitted according to established script layout guidelines.

All assessment fees are payable in advance. Please include your cheque, money order, or bank cheque with the manuscript. If you prefer, you may also pay fees by EFT. Please contact me to arrange this.