The Story Test
Does your idea sink or swim?
You've had the dreams. You've done the work. You've listened to the music and thought over and over and now you have a story idea! Woo-hoo, that's awesome!
BUT...is it good enough?
It's one of theĀ most important decision.Ā What story should I write?Ā Ā You want to make sure you pick the right one, something strong and solid so then you don't spend the next year writing only to get rejections or no one buying because they're "bored" or "not connecting" or just simply don't care what happens next.Ā
Ouch. It's harsh but it's true. Readers want to be invested ASAP and if you're book doesn't do that? They're putting it down.
So, how do you know if the story idea you have is even good enough to turn into a great story?
X balance. using my x balance method to help you determine it.Ā
all character. all plot. all vibes. and then allĀ
BOOK YOUR SPOT TODAY āHere's a breakdown of what you get:
- Full read and on page markups of your first chapter (up to 3,000 words)
- One 30 minute Zoom call to discuss the edits and strategize how best to apply them. You'll recieve the replay within 24 hours.
- ANOTHER read of your chapter with on page markups to make sure you've implemented your edits. This must be fulfilled within one week's time of when you received your chapter back. If I do not receive that edited first chapter within that one week time frame, the re-read is then forfeited.Ā
What I'll be editing for:
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Is your first chapter's pacing too slow or too fast?
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Do I have a great sense of time and place?
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Are you starting your story in the right place?
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Do I have a sense of voice, atmosphere, and tone?Ā
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Does the first chapter hook me, pique my curiosity, and make me want to keep reading?
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Is your first chapter asking really great questions?
The Investment:
$300 for two full edits of the first chapter plus a 30 minute Zoom call.
This service is non-refundable and payment must be made within 24 hours of invoice to officially book your spot.Ā
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Payment Plans:
Payment plans are available but work will not begin until all payments have been made. If the payment plan is not completed within the alloted time frame, work is considered forfeit and you will not receive a refund.
Disclaimer: I do not guarantee an agent or book sales with this edit.
Get your pages readĀ ASAP!
After all, you've got queries to send and amazing first impressions to make.
