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I will critique your query letter, synopsis, and opening pages

5.0
5.0

United States

I speak English, Japanese

266 orders completed

Gig Summary

I'm Kate! I'm a full-time publishing professional who takes on freelance editorial work in my down time.

Level 1

Has met certain performance criteria and shows strong potential in the marketplace.

About this Gig

Agents and editors see many submissions in their inboxes every week, so the quality of your query matters almost as much as the book itself. For writers of adult and YA fiction, I can offer you honest and constructive feedback on your query letter, synopsis, and the first couple of pages/chapters of your manuscript, and help you craft an impressive pitch for any genre.


If you choose to work with me, I'm also happy to offer general publishing advice and help you answer any questions you have about the industry!


My credentials:


  • 3+ years as a publishing professional, in Editorial and Sales
  • 4+ years of experience as a freelance copy editor
  • Experience working or interning at 2 out of 5 of the Big Five publishers
  • Certificate in publishing, Columbia Publishing Course, Columbia Journalism School
  • BA in English literature


My levels:


  • Basic: query letter (critique & light proofread)
  • Standard: query letter, synopsis (critique & proofread), first chapter of manuscript (critique only)
  • Premium: query letter, synopsis (critique & line edit), first three chapters of manuscript (critique only)

Language:

English

Genre:

Adventure

Horror/ thriller

Literary fiction

Mystery

Romance

Delivery style preference

Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.

Reviews

23 reviews for this Gig
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    jontywrites

    GB

    United Kingdom

    5

    Was really blown away by Kate's level of detail and understanding of my story and the whole query package, quickly zeroing in on the important questions that come to mind for a reader and where to expand on. Would strongly recommend!

    Up to $50

    Price

    6 days

    Duration

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    adee_lynee

    RO

    Romania

    5

    Kate did an amazing job with my querry letter, synopsis and first three chapters! l

    Up to $50

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    3 days

    Duration

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    ogochukwubossai

    US

    United States

    5

    I really value the feedback that I received. It was more than I expected. Thank you very much.

    Up to $50

    Price

    4 days

    Duration

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    drew_schilling

    US

    United States

    5

    Kate did a great job reviewing my query package and providing feedback to take it to the next level. She was thoughtful and articulated reasons for her suggested changes well. I'd highly recommend her to other authors querying their manuscripts!

    Up to $50

    Price

    11 days

    Duration

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    melaniredmiles

    US

    United States

    5

    Kate gave me some really great feedback for my query letter, synopsis and first three chapters. She was very professional and attentive and even delivered it early!

    Up to $50

    Price

    5 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
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Reviews

23 reviews for this Gig
5.0

(23)
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(0)
(0)
Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    5
  • Value of delivery
    5
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Most relevant
  • J

    jontywrites

    GB

    United Kingdom

    5

    Was really blown away by Kate's level of detail and understanding of my story and the whole query package, quickly zeroing in on the important questions that come to mind for a reader and where to expand on. Would strongly recommend!

    Up to $50

    Price

    6 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • A
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    adee_lynee

    RO

    Romania

    5

    Kate did an amazing job with my querry letter, synopsis and first three chapters! l

    Up to $50

    Price

    3 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • O
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    ogochukwubossai

    US

    United States

    5

    I really value the feedback that I received. It was more than I expected. Thank you very much.

    Up to $50

    Price

    4 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • D
    image-docs

    drew_schilling

    US

    United States

    5

    Kate did a great job reviewing my query package and providing feedback to take it to the next level. She was thoughtful and articulated reasons for her suggested changes well. I'd highly recommend her to other authors querying their manuscripts!

    Up to $50

    Price

    11 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • M
    image-docs

    melaniredmiles

    US

    United States

    5

    Kate gave me some really great feedback for my query letter, synopsis and first three chapters. She was very professional and attentive and even delivered it early!

    Up to $50

    Price

    5 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No