Manuscript Evaluations
Creative Nonfiction and Poetry
Are you wondering what is and isn't working in your story? Receive a detailed editorial letter that evaluates your manuscript's structural strengths and weaknesses. I offer feedback to help you strengthen your work so your message comes through clearly.
Are you ready to learn about the structural strengths and weaknesses of your story?
My name is Harmony, and I am a developmental editor and writing mentor. I provide developmental editing and manuscript evaluations for creative nonfiction works such as personal essays, poetry collections, memoirs, spirituality, inspirational/wellness, self-help, and narrative nonfiction.
As an author, poet, and singer-songwriter, I have over twenty years of experience in the art of writing and story development. I earned my B.A. in creative writing and English, specializing in nonfiction, and I hold two professional editing certifications. I am here to support you in telling your story. I will offer guidance and suggestions to strengthen your story's foundational roots so your message blooms from the page.
A Manuscript Evaluation (3+ pages) is a detailed letter evaluating your manuscript's foundational strengths and weaknesses. The most important part of a story is its foundation. After an in-depth critical reading, I will offer holistic feedback and actionable steps to strengthen and root your story and voice so your story blooms from the page.
Areas of focus:
Character development
Transitions
POV
Voice and Tone
Theme
Flow
Story Structure
Target Audience
This service is for those who want a comprehensive overview of the overall structure and flow of the main elements in your story. You will receive all feedback in an editorial letter.
This does not include copy editing, line editing, or proofreading. No changes will be made to your manuscript.
Pricing: $.01 per word
FAQ section
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a manuscript evaluation and a developmental edit?
A manuscript evaluation is a detailed editorial letter (3+ pages) explaining your current strengths and weaknesses in the foundational aspects of your work.
The editorial letter is thorough and gives valuable feedback that you can take and apply to strengthen your writing.
A developmental edit includes this editorial letter and in-line comments directly on the manuscript. The in-line comments give specific areas to work on with examples, questions, and detailed suggestions to strengthen your piece.
What is the process of working with you?
First, you will contact me through this form to inform me about your project and goals. I will email you a link to fill out the client questionnaire. If you choose to move forward with me, I will send your invoice and editorial contract. I will then work on and deliver your manuscript within the time frame we have agreed on.
We will schedule a meeting to review everything if you want to discuss any questions about the editorial feedback.
How should I submit my manuscript?
Please submit your manuscript as a double-spaced Word document in size 12 font in Times New Roman with one-inch margins. In the heading, please include your last name, title, and page number.
What editing program do you use?
I use Microsoft Word for all of my editing services. I use the in-line comments to provide detailed feedback along with a thorough editorial letter.
Ready to move onto the next step?
Complete the contact form, and I will e-mail you shortly. I look forward to learning more about you and your project!