Why have a manuscript assessed (appraised)?
Competition. Manuscript assessment (manuscript appraisal) has become widely recommended by publishers and agents. While a favourable assessment report is no guarantee of acceptance or publication, it serves as a further incentive to agents and publishers. Time & Money. Every writer, including the most successful, can benefit from a critical reading of their work. This is a crucial stage in the development of a work and can save an author both time and money by directing their efforts towards their strengths in the market.
