Professional Critique
Every writer needs a good critique partner but not every writer can find one. I've been working with critique partners since 2014, and have found that helping another writer with their work is one of life's greatest pleasures. It takes time, patience, and a passion for storytelling to provide a great critique, and I happen to possess all three.
What is a critique? Quite simply, it is an evaluation of your work. The key to a good critique is to let the author know what is working with the piece, but also what isn't.
These processes are put into place to help us improve our stories and find what may not be working with it in the early stages so these things can be corrected before it is sent to an editor or, goodness forbid, an agent!
It is always my goal to deliver a critique that highlights the great passages of a work while bringing to the author's attention those elements that don't quite work in a positive and encouraging manner.
What to expect
Going line-by-line through your story/chapter/novel, I will look at language use, syntax, sentence structure, clunky transitions, word repetition, actions (or lack thereof), and confusing sentences, words, etc. and provide suggestions for how to correct those issues to make your story stronger and more engaging for readers. These suggestions will be made with Track Changes in Microsoft Word. In addition, a summary of my thoughts and suggestions will be included with your critique.
This is a lengthier process than a simple critique and dives into issues that a simple critique won't cover. This is where we take what you have and make it a strong story that will be sure to keep readers reading!
What I'll look for:
- Language/word use, does it work for the story?
- Overused words and phrases.
- Use of action in scenes.
- Balance of Show and Tell
- Syntax
- Specific elements you request that fall within the realm of critique.
Rates
Short Stories:
up to 5000 words - $45
5001 - 10,000 words - $75
Novelettes & Novellas
10,001 - 40,000 words - $115
40,001 - 50,000 words - $150
Novels
$2 per page
**A FREE 500 word sample critique will be provided prior to booking. We have to make sure my style will work for you**
Upmarket
Romance
Book Club
Mystery
Literary
General
*Limited perspective only*
Preferred genres
Please note:
Balance is due in full before work will be returned. If you would like to make payment arrangements please include that in your initial email.
Rates listed are current as of January 12, 2025