Editorial Services
Welcome, and thanks for stopping by! I have almost ten years of experience providing feedback on query letters, synopsis, and YA and MG manuscripts as a beta reader and critique partner. I read extensively in all genres of YA and MG, but specialize in contemporary. As an English teacher, I also have in-depth knowledge of language and grammar conventions. I’d love to work with you on your materials! If you have questions about my services or would like to book a job, please fill out my contact form. I accept payments through PayPal only. Keep in mind that while I guarantee a more polished submission, I cannot guarantee my services will lead to offers of representation. Please read full disclaimer below.
Testimonials
“Lindsey provided amazing feedback that was specific to my query letter and my manuscript. I felt much more confident after receiving her feedback and it helped me get closer to the essence of my story. So incredibly helpful!” — Liz H.
“Lindsey has been so kind in taking a look at my query letter and some sample pages of my YA manuscript for a critique. Her attention to detail and positive criticism have given me the confidence to revise my query for the better and she was more than happy to read it over when finished. A professional and lovely person to work with. Thanks so much!” — Amy S.
“Lindsey did a fabulous job improving my query and the first pages of my manuscript. Her comments were thoughtful and spot-on. I appreciated the quick turnaround! I feel more confident submitting to agents, thanks to Lindsey’s hard work.” — Amy T.
Query Letter Edit: $20 for one round; $10 for each additional round
I will provide wholistic and line level feedback on your query. Feedback may also include clarifying questions. Ensure your query is in top-notch shape before diving into the query trenches. Quickest turnaround — within 3 days.
Synopsis Edit: $45 for one round; $15 for each additional round
I will provide wholistic and line level feedback on your synopsis. Feedback may also include clarifying questions and overall suggestions for improvement. Summarizing a book’s plot in one page can be difficult; let me help you make it easier. Quick turnaround — within 7 days
Query & Synopsis Edit: $55 (best value!)
Queries and synopsis are two of the most important and commonly asked-for documents when querying agents. I will provide wholistic and line level feedback on both. Don’t get caught off guard when an agent asks for a synopsis as part of your submission. Quick turnaround — within 7 days
Query & First Five Pages: $60
Don’t want to touch a synopsis but want to ensure your standard submission materials are ready to go? Openings are notoriously difficult to get right, but it’s the most important part of your story when querying. Quick turnaround — within 7 days
Beat sheet or outline consult: $50
A Beat Sheet is a story structure template, or outline of your book’s major plot points. No matter which template you use, I will help you develop and/or refine an outline that hits the right emotional and plot beats. Quick turnaround — within 7 days
Submission Package #1 Edit (Query letter, synopsis, and first five pages): $75
I will provide wholistic and line level feedback on your query letter, synopsis, and first five pages.
Submission Package #2 Edit (Query letter, synopsis, and first ten pages): $100
My most comprehensive feedback package! Get in-depth feedback and comments on the essential parts of your submission to help make it stand out in the query trenches.
Disclaimer
By purchasing my services you acknowledge the following:
Editor (Lindsey Hewett) agrees to not reproduce, distribute, or show to anyone any of the Author’s (client’s) materials submitted for editorial services. Editor cannot guarantee the marketability or salability of Author’s edited materials. Editorial services are not a guarantee of representation or future sales. In situations where future sales are made, all monies and royalties will be the sole property of the Author.