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What can we do for your manuscript?

Is your novel as tight and compelling as it can be?  What would increase the strength and impact of your nonfiction book?

 

Our expert manuscript reviews and consultations address the technical, structural and conceptual issues that weaken most unpublished works and keep them from reaching their potential.

 

  • premise/story

  • plot/subplot development

  • character/point of view

  • scene dynamics/conflict

  • showing/telling

  • pacing/backstory

  • theme/message

  • concept development

  • thesis/purpose

  • research/evidence

  • structure/organization

  • clarity/cohesiveness

  • voice/audience/tone

  • language/syntax

Does your manuscript have to be 'finished'?

We welcome projects at all stages, from first draft to final revision.  After reviewing our feedback, you'll know exactly where to focus to bring your manuscript to the next level.

  • Dan's adventure novel was repeatedly rejected.  Analysis revealed point of view problems, underdeveloped scenes and a lack of character motivation.  After one more revision an agent said yes.

  • Monique, determined to finish her memoir despite 'no clue what I'm doing,' sent us a draft.  She now has clarity about where her skills need improvement and is undergoing coaching to advance them.

  • Karen is a university professor whose tenure was dependent on the publication of her book.  Chapter-by-chapter feedback helped her revise the manuscript and place it with a reputable scholarly press.

What's the next step?

Request a complimentary 20-minute consultation.  We'll discuss your project and goals, answer your questions and determine whether we're a good fit for each other.

Doug Kurtz

writing life coach

Cat Kurtz

literary consultant

 

 
   

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