Frequently Asked Questions

Leigh

Michaels

Author, Teacher, Editor

Frequently Asked Questions

about A WORD'S WORTH

What is "standard manuscript format"?

Your chapter and synopsis should be double-spaced in 12 point type, in Times New Roman or Courier font, with one inch margins all around the page, averaging 250 words per page.

Smaller type sizes are not acceptable.

Printable sample of standard manuscript format (Adobe PDF format)

What if I'm under time pressure?

If you need a quicker turnaround, email leigh@leighmichaels.com to work out a schedule.

Can I look at samples?

Certainly! View a sample critique

Printable sample critique (Adobe PDF format)

View a sample synopsis

Printable sample synopsis (Adobe PDF format)

OR for a hard copy of the brochure and samples, send SASE -- a self-addressed business-sized envelope (two first class stamps) -- to A Word's Worth, Manuscript Critiquing & Evaluation, in care of Leigh Michaels, P.O. Box 935, Ottumwa IA 52501-0935.

I'm outside the US, and mailing my manuscript is a real pain. Is there any other option?

For writers outside the United States and others wishing to submit by email.

Who will read and evaluate my work?

Leigh Michaels will read and evaluate each submission and will write the feedback (critique and margin notes). Your work will not be read by anyone else.

Other questions?

Email leigh@leighmichaels.com. Please put "critiquing service" in the subject line to ensure that your query is properly directed.

Leigh reserves the right to return submissions if she feels she isn't the best person to evaluate your work. In such a case, the author’s check will be promptly returned along with the submitted materials.

Stated fees are introductory rates and are subject to change. In the event of a fee change, previous rates will be honored for authors whose materials are postmarked before the date of the change.

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