How does AuthorAssist save me money in the process of looking for an agent or publisher?
THEY DON’T! They’re an inept, unprofessional organization that claims to have the "inside track" on the writing industry, but really they’re just out to make a buck. You’d do better to the legwork yourself. Much cheaper too. I hired their services and was sorely disappointed by their lack of expertise. Stay away.
Our review services for manuscripts, nonfiction proposals, and query materials provide you with specific feedback about your writing project. You will know the strengths and how to eliminate the weaknesses BEFORE you contact agents. Recognize that 99% of manuscripts are rejected by agents. Most agents will send you a form rejection letter saying they are not taking on new clients or they don’t have enthusiasm for your project. You will not know the shortcomings of your materials or the true reason for the rejections. We will point out the strong points and give you concrete suggestions for making improvements. Think of the disappointment you’ll avoid, not to speak of the money you’ll save. Consider the cost of sending a 300-page manuscript to agents: Copying manuscript @ 10 cent per page $30.00 Manuscript box 3.00 Priority Post 7.00 Total Cost Per Manuscript $40.00 Submitting your manuscript to ten agents will cost $400. You’ll likely be rejected by all of them — and never know why. A
