Welcome to Bold Quill Studio’s editorial suite — where your words meet expert care. Whether you're planning your story, revising a draft, or preparing to pitch, we offer tailored support for every stage of your writing journey.
At a Glance: Our Services
Service
Writers planning a new story
2 - 3 weeks
$99 - $149
Writers stuck mid-draft
2 - 4 weeks
$300 - $500
Completed draft needing feedback
4 - 6 weeks
$350 - $600
Urgent, high-level manuscript critique
5 business days
$400 - $800
Writer’s seeking honest, reader-level insights
4 - 6 weeks
$200 - $400
Polishing your novel’s opening
2 - 3 weeks
$75 - $125
Submission-ready pitch package
2 - 3 weeks
$125 - $200
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Explore Each Service
Start Here: Craft Your Foundation
Outline Assessment
You’ve got an idea. Let’s shape it into a solid story.
Before you write your draft, get expert feedback on your story structure, plot beats, and character arcs — so you don’t waste time writing the wrong book.
You submit: a 2 – 10 page outline
You receive: a 2 – 3 page strategic report
Turnaround: 2 - 3 weeks
Price: $99–$149
Draft Diagnostic
Stuck mid-draft? This service shows you why — and how to move forward.
Designed for writers in progress, this diagnostic gives you targeted clarity on what’s working, what’s not, and how to get unstuck.
You submit: 20k – 30K words + brief story summary
You receive: 3 – 5 page clarity memo + revision checklist
Turnaround: 2 - 4 weeks
Price: $300
Unlock Your Draft’s Potential
Get Expert Eyes on Your Full Draft
Manuscript Evaluation
Big-picture, honest feedback to help you revise with confidence.
Ideal for completed manuscripts, this service evaluates your story's structure, character arcs, pacing, and voice.
You submit: Full manuscript (50K–100K words)
You receive: 8 –10 page editorial report
Turnaround: 4 - 6 weeks
Price: $450 – $600
VIP 5-Day Feedback
Urgent, high-level manuscript critique.
Same deep insight as a Manuscript Assessment, delivered fast. Perfect for contests, agent requests, or urgent decision-making.
You submit: Up to 70K words
You receive: 5 - 10 page editorial letter
Turnaround: 5 business days
Price: $400 – $800
In a Hurry? Try the Fast Track
First Chapter Critique
Hook the reader from page one.
This fast, focused service ensures your first chapter grabs attention and sets the right tone for agents or readers.
You submit: First chapter (up to 4,000 words)
You receive: 1 – 2 page feedback + optional inline comments
Turnaround: 2 - 3 weeks
Price: $75 – $125
Polish Your Opening
Beta Reader Feedback
Get honest, reader-level insight on how your story lands.
You’ve revised your book — now it’s time to find out how it actually feels to someone reading it cold. This service helps you understand pacing, emotional impact, and clarity from a reader’s perspective.
You submit: Full manuscript (up to 100k words)
You receive: 2 – 4 page beta report
Turnaround: 4 - 6 weeks
Price: $200 - $400
Test How it Reads to a Real Reader
Query and Synopsis Critique
Your story is ready — now let’s sell it.
Get sharp, professional feedback on your submission materials so you stand out in the slush pile.
You submit: Query letter + 1–2 page synopsis
You receive: 1–2 page critique
Turnaround: 2 - 3 weeks
Price: $125 – $200