Book Proposal Review
What: Book Proposal Review
When: After writer has completed nonfiction book proposal
Who: Nonfiction writers who are seeking: representation by a literary agent or a contract with a traditional publisher
Why: To ensure that the book proposal is doing its job, increasing the likelihood of representation or publication
Reading through the eyes of a publisher, with a heart for the reader, Margot reviews your nonfiction book proposal and lets you know what is strong and what can be improved, offering practical strategies to execute suggested changes.​​​
You'll receive:
1. Notes
You'll receive a document of notes to give you an overview of what Margot's noticing in the proposal.
​
2. Proposal With Edits
The working proposal document you receive will include specific suggestions to strengthen the proposal, both as tracked changes and offering suggestions as margin notes.
The writer who will benefit from this service is preparing a book proposal to submit to a literary agent or a publishing house.
"This is from the publisher, 'Our editorial team has looked over your proposal, and we are all agreed that this is an excellent fit for us.' It's all because of you, Margot! You were instrumental in helping me craft a winning proposal and your guidance was invaluable. I am forever grateful!!!!
​
Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew, author