Looking for honest insights about how well your plot twists land, how believable your characters are, or even whether you’ve built a cohesive world or magic system? Want constructive feedback to strengthen your short story or novel draft? I’ve got you covered.
As a published short story writer myself, I understand that your work is precious.
I do not criticize; I provide constructive and actionable comments to maximize your story’s strengths and better reach your target audience.
I draw upon a wide-range of experience with narrative analysis, writing, and editing, including:
- a master’s degree in Film Studies which taught me essential storytelling mechanics
- a combined 10+ years professionally writing and managing technical documentation, content, and case studies, giving me strong skills in crafting narratives and communicating ideas to a target audience
- several short story publications
All clients will receive a structured Reader Report offering feedback about:
- Story and Plot
- Narrative Structure and Pacing
- Character Development
- Setting and/or Worldbuilding
- Writing Style and Mechanics
Pricing
- Short Story Package: Up to 10,000 words: $20.00 CAD (3-day delivery)
- Novella Package: Up to 40,000 words: $80.00 CAD (7-day delivery)
- Novel Package: Up to 80,000 words: $160.00 CAD (14-day delivery)
Paypal payments only
Contact Me
Interested in working with me? Contact me at themidnightreader@gmail.com. Include in your email:
- Your name (or pen name)
- Project title
- Genre
- Word Count
- Synopsis (20-100 words)
Please do not include your manuscript until terms have been agreed upon, at which point I will request a watermarked document (no links!).
I will respond within 24 hrs. I’m looking forward to reading your story!
Please note that I do not accept work written by AI.