Manuscript assessment is an exploration and uncovering of your manuscript’s potential. Our team of editors evaluates your work, providing specific, detailed feedback and actionable suggestions.
Manuscript assessment is an exploration and uncovering of your manuscript’s potential. Our team of editors evaluates your work, providing specific, detailed feedback and actionable suggestions.
This process is not just about finding areas that need improvement; it’s about working on your manuscript’s potential and setting it on the path to publishing success.
An assessment typically covers the following aspects of your writing:
The first phase of our editing process is understanding your needs. Our skilled editors attentively read your manuscript, identifying strengths and weaknesses, proposing improvements, and guiding you through the editing process. A detailed evaluation is made, typically 5 to 6 pages, to serve as a roadmap for the final form your book’s going to have.
We prioritize matching your text with an editor who understands and identifies with your material. Should you choose further editing services, the same editor ensures continuity, thus building trust. In this manner, you can experience a comprehensive, high-quality edit, setting the foundation for literary success.
A manuscript assessment is a valuable tool that can benefit authors at various stages of their writing journey. However, it’s particularly beneficial at two specific points:
Two experienced editors will assess your manuscript. The review includes:
For just $595, you get:
After the assessment is completed by the editors, we’ll set up a 30-minute, 1-on-1 meeting, allowing you to hear their insights first-hand, give your feedback, and work together with a publishing consultant to develop an action plan for moving forward.
The one-on-one meeting will give you the feedback you need to either move forward with editing and publication or, if necessary, to revise your manuscript yourself. Either way, the team at Izzard Ink will give you all the tools you need, without any pressure.
The process also provides a thorough understanding of what it’s like to work with Izzard, and a chance to decide if we’re the right fit for you before making a larger investment. If not, we understand and wish you much success, there’s no pressure. We’re just as interested in making sure it’s a good fit and that authors are comfortable with our process.
The timeframe for an evaluation generally varies based on the manuscript’s length and complexity. Typically, the process includes a detailed editorial review by each of our editors, ranging between 7-10 hours.
After the evaluation, a personal meeting is scheduled to discuss the findings and action plan. Given these steps, the entire process can take 3 to 4 weeks to complete, providing authors with comprehensive and actionable feedback.
Izzard Ink’s Action Plan for Jenna Dunham’s “Between Past and Present: Tales and Tides of the Little Spokane” outlines a strategy for development and publication.
Emphasizing its historical and literary fiction with nature themes, the plan identifies target audiences, regional significance, and effective promotional strategies.
It offers insightful analysis of the author’s voice, drawing comparisons to renowned authors, and explores alternative title options. This reflects our comprehensive approach to manuscript evaluation and preparation for successful publication.
Izzard Ink’s Action Plan for W. Cleon Skousen’s “True Stories from the Files of the FBI” provides a strategic roadmap for this historical true crime work.
Serving as a bridge between evaluation and progression, it offers a crucial overview, outlining the premise, historical significance, and contemporary relevance.
The plan details objectives, target audience, and platform-building, identifying areas for improvement while preserving accuracy. It highlights comparable books, emphasizing our commitment to non-fiction resonance with modern readers in historical context.
Regarding cost, authors can expect a transparent and fixed pricing of $595.
Our comprehensive editorial assessment includes:
The distinction between manuscript assessment and developmental editing lies in the depth and focus of the processes. The first one offers a high-level review and feedback, providing an overall evaluation of the manuscript’s strengths and weaknesses. It serves as a roadmap for authors, guiding them on areas that require improvement.
On the other hand, developmental editing is a more intensive and comprehensive process about the “big picture.” It investigates the story more deeply, focusing on refining the structure, content, and style. It involves detailed, line-by-line editing, reorganizing sections, enhancing character development, and ensuring narrative consistency.
While manuscript assessment offers a broader perspective, developmental editing is a hands-on journey that fine-tunes the manuscript to meet professional standards.
Our manuscript critique is a modern approach that integrates AI analysis with expert human editor reviews.
This combination provides authors with a comprehensive and unbiased evaluation. While AI analysis offers objective insights, such as language use, readability, and technical aspects, human editors bring their expertise to assess creative elements like plot, character development, and narrative style.
Together, they ensure an assessment that identifies areas for improvement and offers actionable recommendations.
“Our manuscript assessment and action plan are built around expert analysis, highlighting specific improvement areas and offering detailed feedback and actionable solutions. “
No matter where you are on your publishing journey, we’re here to support and guide you toward success.
Absolutely, it is a worthwhile investment for authors, providing invaluable insights into your work’s strengths and areas that can be improved.
This guidance is essential for improving your manuscript and increasing its chances of success in the publishing world.
When it comes to the cost of an editorial assessment, it’s important to note that prices can vary significantly depending on factors such as the text’s length and the service provider you choose.
At Izzard Ink, we offer a highly competitive and transparent pricing of $595 for our assessment and personalized action plan.
This fixed fee covers the comprehensive evaluation, ensuring you receive expert guidance and feedback.
When it comes to the critique of a manuscript, the number of reviewers involved can vary based on several factors.
Typically, Izzard Ink engages two expert reviewers alongside advanced AI technology to provide a thorough evaluation. However, the exact number may be adjusted depending on the work’s complexity and the author’s specific evaluation needs.
In traditional publishing, it’s uncommon for it to be accepted without peer review.
However, it’s worth noting that the requirement for peer review may vary in collaborative publishing or specific types of publications. Izzard Ink operates with a distinct approach where peer review is not a prerequisite.
It involves a thorough examination of your manuscript by our team of editors, together with AI.
They assess plot, character development, pacing, narrative style, and more. The AI analysis offers objective insights, such as language use and readability, while human editors provide subjective feedback.
In the end, a detailed report is generated that identifies strengths and areas for improvement, serving as a roadmap for enhancement.
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