Critiques by Kristi Holl

I prefer to critique middle grade (8-12) or tween (10-14) or teen (12-16) novels or nonfiction. I've sold quite a lot of both fiction and nonfiction in recent years. (See the Home page and My Books page.) I also taught writing for 22 years. I like to receive the entire manuscript in the mail, double-spaced and printed on one side of the paper. I make comments directly on the manuscript as I read. Then I write a lengthy (4-6) single-spaced letter of comments to go with the manuscript critique, pointing out areas of strength and weakness, plus writing instruction to improve the manuscript.
 
I charge $30 per hour. The average 30,000-word novel takes me about 5-6 hours. I return edited manuscripts to writers within two weeks--usually less. I ask for a $50 deposit to be included when you mail me the manuscript, then the rest is due after I do the critique. I send a bill for the remainder when I return the manuscript. Keep the bill for your tax records, as it is deductible as a business expense.
 
If this interests you, let me know, and I'll send you my street address. Contact me at Kristi@KristiHoll.com  or Kristi.Holl@gmail.com If you don't receive a response within 48 hours, please email again.