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The STARTING POINT For Revising Your Book

Manuscript critique investment is $375.

Think of manuscript critique as a bird’s eye view of the strengths and areas for development within your manuscript. It’s the perfect budget-friendly starting point for revising your draft.

Manuscript Critique Is PERFECT For You If:

you’ve got an early draft

Manuscript critique is helpful for manuscripts at all stages, including early drafts.

you’re working with a smaller budget

For $375, you’ll have a clear understanding of the strengths and areas for development within your manuscript.

you want to see how it works

Not ready to commit to more intensive editing services until you’re sure we’d be a good fit? I hear you. A manuscript critique will give you a taster of how I work and if we gel.

What’s INCLUDED In Your Investment?

full editorial report

I’ll prepare a detailed analysis of the strengths and areas for development in your manuscript.

short email FOLLOW-UP

I’ll check in with you after the completion of your manuscript critique to see how you’re getting on.

actionable recommendations

I’m big on quality feedback. That means clear recommendations you’ll understand how to implement.

How It WORKS

01. TELL ME ABOUT YOUR PROJECT
I want to hear all the details, including your vision and goals for the work, your timeline & anything else I need to consider.

02. SEND ME YOUR MANUSCRIPT
I’ll get to work assessing your manuscript and preparing a detailed editorial report outlining my recommendations.

03. RECEIVE YOUR REPORT
Enjoy a confident understanding of your manuscript’s strengths and areas for development, with action items for revision.

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What WRITERS Are Saying

Rebecca went above and beyond editing my manuscript. My story was handled with the utmost love & care! I would highly recommend Rabble of Bees Editorial.

GUrpreet kaur sidhu

It was my first time writing, and Rebecca walked me through the process start to finish; it was amazing. My manuscript improved significantly and so did my knowledge of this industry.

aliyah hastings

Rabble of Bees Editorial will surpass your expectations! Rebecca is top-notch and will work efficiently, diligently, and endlessly to meet your needs and beyond.

amie abraham

Frequently Asked QUESTIONS

  • A manuscript critique is a comprehensive overview of your book’s strengths and areas for development, whereas developmental editing, book doctoring and full edits dive deeper into the nitty-gritty of the work and include text annotations and revisions.

  • No. This is stand-alone service, though you are very welcome to book additional editing services if you’re happy with your experience!

  • Nope. Ultimately, any changes made are at the writer’s discretion.

  • If you’re not a Microsoft Word person, fear not! I also use Google Suite programs to mark up manuscripts, so we can work with whatever is easiest for you.

  • The report will provide feedback on the overall strengths and areas for development in your manuscript. It will likely touch on more than one editing stag, including commentary on prose quality, say, as well as “big-picture” elements.

  • You can expect your critique within 2 weeks of my receipt of your manuscript.

  • Yes, where this is relevant and helpful.

  • Check out the other services I have on offer, including developmental editing, book doctoring and full edits.

Ready To BEGIN?

Fill out an inquiry form, below, and I’ll be in touch to set up a sample edit and/or introductory meeting to discuss your project in more detail.

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