Each age group in children’s publishing requires a different skill set. If you don’t know the rules of the genre it can add to the number of redrafts. Here is a selection of services available, but please send me a message if you require help not listed here.

Picture Book Critique
Feedback on one picture book of up to 800 words and a short synopsis, looking at concept, voice, structure and comparison titles. (Please note there is a charge for re-reading amended texts depending on the level of revisions and feedback required.)

Chapter Book Opening Critique
Feedback on opening chapters of up to 1500 words and a one page synopsis, looking at concept, voice and comparison titles.
Whole Chapter Book Critique
Full read for a chapter book (up to 15,000 words) looking at concept, voice, character, world building, structure and comparison titles.

Middle Grade Opening Critique
Feedback on opening three chapters (up to 4,000 words)and a one page synopsis, looking at concept, voice, character, world building and comparison titles.
Middle Grade Full Novel Critique
Feedback on a manuscript of up to 50,000 words looking at concept, voice, character, world building, structure and comparison titles.

Other Critiques & Submission Help
If you don’t see what you’re looking for or you would like to brush up your submissions package please get in touch to discuss your needs. I am happy to give feedback via Zoom or in writing. Let me know what you need.
(Please note there is a charge for re-reading amended texts depending on the level of revisions and feedback required.)
