Many people would like to write a short story, novella or novel. If you are one of them please read on…
With over twenty years experience working at The London School of Journalism, Writing Magazine and independently as a creative writing tutor, I enjoy encouraging fresh talent or helping more experienced writers develop their work further by offering constructive criticism. I also read for the Romantic Novelists’ New Writers’ Scheme and review books for the Historical Novel Society.
Steps in the manuscript appraisal process
- Fill in the enquiry form below to briefly introduce yourself and your project.
- Complete payment via PayPal for your chosen service.
- Submit your manuscript via email.
- Your manuscript will be carefully read and critiqued.
- You will receive my manuscript appraisal report within 28 days.
What is included in the report?
Your manuscript appraisal report will look specifically at reader engagement, character development, pace and plot. I will make suggestions on all aspects of your work and discuss general writing tips.
Your manuscript appraisal report and annotated manuscript will be returned via email.
(Please note: This is not a proofreading service, although common errors will be discussed in your manuscript appraisal report. Refunds are not available during or after appraisal. This service is open to all fiction genres other than erotica.)
Reviews
Rates
Up to 3,000 words (£40.00)
Submit 1 – 2 page outline and a first chapter.
Up to 10,000 words (£75.00)
Submit 1 – 2 page synopsis and the opening three chapters of a novel/novella.
Over 10,000 words
Longer submissions will be by arrangement. Please message me with details and I will be happy to give a customised quote.
Please contact me below for further information or to book a service.
Payment is handled via PayPal.
valerie holmes, author 
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