Manuscript Mentorship
Thank you for filling in this in-take form so I can better understand you and your manuscript. Not all of the questions are required but please tell me as much as you think I need to know to help you with your book. I look forward to working with you!
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Briefly tell me about your writing history. Have you published? Have you taken other workshops and/or courses?
Are you finished or close to finished this draft of your manuscript? Which draft is it (the first, the tenth?) How many words is it in its entirety?
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Pretend you're on an elevator with an agent. "What are you working on?" they ask. How would you describe your book in one sentence?
If your manuscript is a novel, who is your main character? Please tell me a little bit about them. If you're writing memoir, what version of 'you' is telling the story? (For example, the you who went on the around-the-world trip or the you who is embarking on his journey through recovery).
What do you see as your biggest challenges with your manuscript right now?
What are pleased with; what do you think is really working?
Do you have any specific concerns and/or objectives for having me review your work? How can I best help you, other than providing my objective editorial notes on the selection that I'll be reading?
For the 3 and 2-month mentorships: Do you have the time / attention to focus deeply on your manuscript for this time? Are there any potential problems with scheduling and how will you work around them? How will you balance regular life with your writing?
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How soon can you send me your synopsis? If you haven't already written one, visit this site for some great advice: https://janefriedman.com/how-to-write-a-novel-synopsis/
The editorial review that I provide is developmental with some stylistic comments, but I don't offer copyediting (for a review of the varying editing services please visit https://www.editors.ca/hire/definitions-editorial-skills). As stated on my refund policy, I can't offer refunds or reschedule the program as a whole (barring drastic life emergencies, that is). Also, as stipulated in the program descriptions, I will review a representative sample of your book (from 20-42,000 words depending on the program chosen or a discussed custom amount) and provide feedback, coaching, and other services as described. I cannot guarantee publication or agency representation. All good? (Please write 'yes' and your name here).
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