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I will evaluate and optimize your nonfiction book proposal
Fiction Editor, Literary Agent
Hi! I'm Kathleen, a professional editor and literary agent. I'm also a member of Editors Canada and the Editorial Freelancers Association and co-host of a popular writing podcast. Editing allows me to...
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If you've never built a proposal, or even if you have but you want to make improvements, save yourself the time and guesswork about what agents and acquiring editors are looking for. You can now get a copy of my comprehensive nonfiction proposal guide to help you figure out what elements to include and why they should be there. Get expert tips and insider advice from the perspective of someone who's an agent and editor and who has a previous background in marketing and development. Learn how to make your proposal stand out in a sea of Word documents!
Basic includes the core guide only. Standard includes the guide plus worksheets/checklist and a review of your concept/pitch letter. Premium includes the guide, worksheets/checklist, and a light assessment of your 20-page proposal (does not include sample pages). I'll look for any holes in the proposal and give you my overall thoughts and recommendations.
Extra proposal pages are in 5-page increments.
A 5K sample chapter assessment can be added for an additional $200; this includes a high-level evaluation of your voice, pacing, narrative hook, and reader engagement from a literary agent's perspective. (No line edits included.)
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What will I learn in this guide?
This guide goes over all the essential elements of a nonfiction proposal. You'll learn what goes into each section, the importance of each element, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to ensure your proposal answers these questions: Why this book? Why now? Why are you the one to write it?
Do I need a platform for my proposal?
Yes, nonfiction writers must have a platform, and this guide will show you why and how to find your audience.
How comprehensive does my proposal need to be?
The more you can show an agent (and subsequently, an acquiring editor) that your book in an undeniable necessity in the market, the better your chances are of selling it. It should be fairly comprehensive, but not overwhelming or redundant. This guide shows you how to create a proposal that wows!
What is your area of expertise?
I bring expertise and insights from three areas: agenting, editing, and marketing. This trifecta of perspectives will help you position your proposal to sell!
