Book Proposal Review &
Positioning Consultation Overview
A book proposal is a crucial part of getting a nonfiction book to catch the eye of agents and editors.
This service provides feedback only. It does not function as a formal submission, nor does it initiate the acquisition process.
A strong book proposal can secure a publishing contract even if the manuscript is not fully finished.
A good proposal should answer a few basic questions: Who is this book for? Why does it need to exist now? Why are you the one to write it? While you may know the answer to those questions, a proposal written in isolation is a proposal full of blind spots. What feels compelling to you may miss the mark for your target audience. Getting feedback from people who understand the publishing landscape can mean the difference between a proposal that gets ignored and one that gets a response.
Review Options
- Review of a completed proposal — $75
- One-hour Zoom
consultation — $199
What You’ll Receive
- Written feedback addressing the strength and clarity of a completed proposal
- An in-person consultation regarding what a proposal is, why it’s important, and what it should include
- Guidance on next steps (revision, editing, submission, etc.)
- Feedback delivered within 2-3 weeks of receipt
This service does not include book editing. Purchasing a review does not guarantee publication or further consideration.
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