Story + Illustration Reviews
Sometimes you do not need a full illustration package yet. You just need a clear, kind set of eyes on the work.
My reviews are big-picture critiques for aspiring picture book authors and illustrators who feel stuck, unsure, or ready for their next step.
I look at what is already working, what may need strengthening, and where to focus first so you can move forward with more confidence.
Story + Illustration Review
For picture book authors who want feedback on their manuscript before moving into illustration, submission, or self-publishing.
This review looks at the heart of the story, character, emotional thread, problem, ending, wordiness and picture book potential.
You will receive clear written notes with what is working, what may need strengthening, and three next steps.
A big-picture review for illustrators who want feedback on one picture book spread, artwork, or visual story moment.
This review looks at storytelling, composition, character emotion, colour, mood, text space and visual clarity.
You will receive clear written notes with what is working, what may need strengthening, and three gentle next steps.
Suitable for one illustration, one picture book spread, or one visual story moment.
This review does not include a redraw, paint-over, technical tutorial, full portfolio review, or publishing guarantee.
A mini follow-up review for clients who have already received a Story Review or Illustration Review.
This is for the same manuscript or illustration after you have made changes and would like a quick check before moving forward.
I’ll look over your updated version and let you know if it feels like it is heading in the right direction, or if there is one area that may still need adjusting.
This is not a full second review. It does not include detailed notes, rewriting, editing, a redraw, paint-over, or a full reassessment.
Review Check-Ins must be submitted within 2 months of receiving your original review.
After purchase
Please submit your manuscript or illustration through the ‘Submit Your Review Files’ - Located top left corner ‘Services’ drop down, ‘Review upload’. Your review will begin once payment and files have both been received.
Wait List
I have capped the Manuscript and Illustration assessments so I can give 110%.
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