TLC
TheLiteraryConsultancy
The Literary Conference
June 8—9 2012 | Free Word Centre, London
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TheLiteraryConsultancy
The Literary Consultancy is the UK’s leading manuscript assessment and editorial advice service providing expert, market-aware editorial appraisal and help to writers at all levels. The Literary Consultancy provides developing writers with an honest, detailed and professional manuscript appraisal from a highly skilled editor. We help writers understand whether they stand a chance of success in the commercial literary market place and if they do, help connect them to a literary agent and publisher. We can also advise about the world of self-publishing, and help you think about the increasing number of options open to writers in online environments.
“TLC’s hallmarks are for literary values, and their innovative the way we write and
their concern their honesty, approach to publish now.”
Carmen Callil Author, publisher and Booker Prize Judge
www.literaryconsultancy.co.uk
Editorial We provide detailed critical assessments of fiction, non-fiction, memoir, children’s books, poetry, as well as TV, film, radio and theatre scripts and treatments at all stages of development. We have a large team of excellent readers, among them editors who have commissioned and published numerous books for leading publishers, won many awards and tutored creative writing at top universities; the script division comprises writers and editors who have worked for the BBC and the Film Council, among others. You can expect to receive feedback within 4–6 weeks. We also offer feedback within 7–10 working days for an extra of the fee, call for details.
Mentoring Chapter and Verse, TLC’s one-on-one mentoring scheme, is the perfect option for those who want more support during the writing process. Please see our website for full details. Whether you are just starting to write or whether you are an experienced author struggling with your latest work, we can help. TLC also offers:
Events and courses Talent showcases for emerging writers Adventure holidays in Spain Tips and news about cutting edge publishing issues
Fee structure Costs apply to double-spaced manuscripts in 12 point font, printed on one side of A4. FICTION/CHILDREN’S BOOKS/NON-FICTION Up to 50 pages (opening extract)
£180
Up to 100 pages (opening extract)
£300
Full manuscripts of 101-205 pages
£360
Manuscripts longer than 205 pages @ £1.75 per page for the first 300 pages and £1.20 per page thereafter. Illustrated children’s books (up to 4,000 words)
£120
SHORT STORIES Up to 3,000 words Each additional 2,000 words (over 3,000)
£90 (each) £12
POETRY Up to 300 lines Each additional 100 lines
£125 £35
TV, FILM, RADIO AND THEATRE SCRIPTS Script of up to 30 pages
£175
Script of 31-60 pages
£250
Script of 61-90
£275
Script of 91-120 pages
£330
Any additional pages should be priced at £1.55 per page CHAPTER & VERSE MENTORING Six online sessions, one full TLC manuscript assessment and a meet-the-industry day
£1,750 + vat
How to submit
Send your work and payment, including a covering letter with your contact details and any specific questions or concerns for your editor.
Fill in our online application form and let us know if you would like your critique emailed to you and your manuscript recycled, or ensure that you have enclosed an SAE with sufficient postage.
PAYMENT METHOD By cheque made payable to The Literary Consultancy Ltd. By bank transfer – please email for details. All prices are inclusive of VAT except where otherwise stated.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS We cannot take responsibility for work lost in the post – never send the only copy of your work. We will not read work without the correct fee attached. We reserve the right to return your work and payment to you should we fail to find a suitable editor. We will only make recommendations to agents or publishers if we feel your work is suitable. We will always discuss this with you first. See www.literaryconsultancy.co.uk for full terms and conditions.
“I sent my first draft to TLC and was really impressed with the insightful report. My reader pulled no punches; she thought the novel needed a complete restructure – and she was right ... TLC are brilliant.” Shelley Harris Jubilee, Weidenfeld & Nicolson (Orion)
“Writing in a Digital Age” is an up-to-the-minute conference to make sense of the many possibilities open to writers today, with practical sessions focusing on:
How to make and sell ebooks Self-publishing v. traditional models Emerging international markets Examples of new literary forms Social media, and other promotional tools including apps “PEN FACTOR” – an open panel critique of fictional projects submitted by delegates, and a rare chance to see key agents and publishers in action.
With leading authors and industry figures:
HARI KUNZRU, KATE MOSSE, NICOLA MORGAN, SIMON TREWIN, MARIA REJT, plus many more! £390/£240 conc.* (inc. VAT) Includes lunch, drinks, networking *limited availability Conference booking 020 7324 2570 info@freewordonline.com General enquiries/contact The Literary Consultancy Ltd Free Word Centre 60 Farringdon Road, ECR1 3GA 020 7324 2563 info@literaryconsultancy.co.uk
www.literaryconsultancy.co.uk