My Services
Manuscript Evaluation
Manuscript Evaluation
This is the moment when revision begins. I read every manuscript twice - the first time to experience the book as a reader and the second to discover its inner logic. From there, I craft an editorial letter describing what’s working, what isn’t, and how to fix it. Together we review the letter (and annotated manuscript) to decide on the full roadmap to revision.
Developmental Editing
Manuscript Evaluation + Writing Support
You don’t have to go it alone. Together we decide on a revision plan based on the manuscript evaluation. Then, we work closely to rewrite the manuscript according to an agreed upon schedule and set of objectives. No two projects are the same, but my commitment to making every book as good as it can be is unwavering.
Writing Partnership
Manuscript Evaluation + Ongoing Writing Support + Synopsis and Query Letter
Looking for a writing and publication partner? From first draft through multiple revisions through agent search, I can help you complete your book and get it into the world. While there are no guarantees, together we can revise, evaluate your publication options, and get across the finish line.
The Process
I explore the inner workings of your manuscript to identify what’s going well and pinpoint what’s not. From there, I can suggest concrete steps and creative solutions that demystify the rewriting process and transform it into a more rewarding, productive experience that ends with a better book.
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Highlighted Project
Reconstructing Amelia
by Kimberly McCreight
“Julie Mosow pairs a keen editorial eye with great creative vision and enormous compassion. Most importantly, she is dedicated to honoring the story at hand and each author's unique voice. I feel lucky to have had the opportunity to work with her, and her insight has benefited my work enormously.”
FAQs
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Congratulations! Finishing a book is a huge accomplishment. If you’d like to talk about working with me, please fill out my contact form and send me the first 50 pages (and a synopsis if you have one). Then, we can set up a consultation to see if we’re a good match.
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A manuscript evaluation typically takes 2-3 weeks. I will return an annotated version of your manuscript as well as an editorial letter detailing what’s working, what’s not working, and how fix it.
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I am happy to set up a second read as a separate engagement from the initial manuscript evaluation. I do occasionally read manuscripts a third time depending on your goals and the work we’re doing together, but there are generally diminishing returns to me reading more than three times.
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I do not read partial manuscripts. Your novel does not need to be perfectly developed for me to read it, but it should, at the very least, have a beginning, middle, and end.
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I don’t provide agent research or recommendations, but I can help you write your query letter and prepare your submission. It also sometimes helps during an agent search to mention that you’ve already worked with an independent editor as a show of commitment to your project.
Once you’ve found an agent, I’m happy to work together as a team to get your book over the finish line.