Sample Edit Form 1. About you —Full Name *Email Address *Phone Number *2. About your manuscriptIs your manuscript complete? *To make the most of a sample edit, we ask that your manuscript be complete — so we can assess your voice and structure in proper context.Yes, it is completeNo, it is still in progressGenre *Fiction — literaryFiction — commercialFiction — genre (thriller, romance, fantasy etc.)Memoir & personal narrativeNarrative nonfictionSelf- help & prescriptiveChildren's & young adultOthers—please specify belowWord count of full manuscript *Under 20,000 words20,000 — 50,000 words50.000 — 80,000 words80,000 — 100,000Over 100,000 wordsStage of manuscript *To make the most of a sample edit, we ask that your manuscript be complete — so we can assess your voice and structure in proper context.Rough first draftRevised draftNear - final draft3. What you are looking forType of editing needed *Developmental editingLine editingCopy editingProofreadingManuscript assessmentAuthor mentorshipNot sure —please adviseWhen are you hoping to begin? *ImmediatelyWithin one monthWithin 2 to 3 monthsJust exploring for now4. Your book, in your own wordsTell us about your book (optional)Who is it about, what is at stake, what drew you to write it? There are no wrong answers here.Anything specific you would like us to focus on? (optional)A recurring doubt, a chapter you are unsure about, a stylistic choice you want feedback on.5. Upload your sampleUpload up to 1,000 words *Please submit the opening of your manuscript — this gives us the clearest sense of your voice and structure. Word documents (.doc, .docx) preferred.Choose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileOr paste a Google Docs link (optional)If your manuscript is in Google Docs, paste a shareable link here instead of uploading a file.6. One last thingHow did you find us?Google SearchSocial MediaReferred by another authorOtherI confirm that the work I am submitting is my own original writing and that I hold the rights to it.I understand that the BluePencils will treat my submission with strict confidentiality in accordance with the TPrivacy Policy. An NDA is available on request.I agree to the Terms & Conditions. I understand that this free sample edit does not constitute a commitment to a full editorial engagement. We will be in touch within 2–3 business days.Your work is safe with us.Submit my sample →
