Full novel evaluation over 65,000 words

This item includes full line notes and a detailed summary (approximately 5 single-spaced pages) of a novel over 65,000 words in length. I read and evaluate all genres. Manuscript drafts must be complete.

What you get:

• complete annotations and margin comments touching on line-level and conceptual issues that I see in your draft
• chapter by chapter analysis
• a frank, honest, and thorough write-up that includes analyses of the major elements of your draft (plot, character, style, etc.) with an eye toward helping you fulfill your ambitions for the project
• a response within 60 days of purchase

What you do not get:

• a guarantee that your work will be published anywhere or that it will get you accepted by any sort of academic, professional, or funding program
• a guarantee that your work will be represented by any agent or industry professional after my evaluation
• lip service or flattery—I will tell you what I really think
• follow-up or conversation with me
• multiple manuscript evaluations per payment
• refunds for completed work

Once the purchase is complete through Gumroad, I will share my contact information in order to pass your manuscript back and forth.