Opening Section Review
Our Opening Section Review will provide you with detailed editorial feedback on the first 20,000 words of your manuscript.
Your editor will advise on your work’s strengths and weaknesses and provide actionable insights on how to improve.
You’ll also have the chance to follow up with your editor via email after you receive your report to discuss things in more depth.
Covering everything from plotting and characterisation to commercial potential, this service is perfect for new writers seeking direction as well as those with a finished manuscript preparing for agent submission.
Choose between standard and express service
Please note, during busy periods turnaround times may be extended.
Opening Section Review
Our Editors
Our editors specialise in trade fiction and non-fiction texts. They include traditionally published authors as well as publishing professionals such as literary agents and Big 5 publishers. Find out more about our editors, here.
Book your Opening Section Review today
Get detailed editorial feedback on the first 20,000 words of your manuscript by a professional editor.
Could you be our next success story?
We’ve helped hundreds of writers like you get published. Many of our clients have gone on to win prizes, become bestsellers, get film deals, achieve huge global sales, and more. Now it’s your turn.
Frequently asked
questions
Who will be giving the feedback?
An editor who best suits your editorial content. We match manuscripts based on 15 years of experience working with our editors. We consider editor experience, their genres of interest, and whether they themselves feel they are the right fit for your work. As all our editors are freelance, this depends on availability.
Can I contact the editor directly?
No, but their in-depth report will contain actionable advice for you to progress with your manuscript.
How long does it take?
The turnaround is usually three to four weeks.
What genres do you accept?
All trade fiction and non-fiction. We are not suited to edit academic texts.
I’m not in the UK, is that a problem?
No, we work with writers all round the world.
Can you help me find an agent?
Yes, you can log onto Jericho Writers’ AgentMatch, our database of over 1,000 UK and US literary agents.
Need some extra help?
Get in touch with our Writers Support team who will be happy to help!