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Acquisitions Support

Strategic publishing materials and market research designed to help you confidently present your manuscript to literary agents, publishers, or hybrid publishing companies

What Is Acquisitions Support?

Acquisitions Support is designed to help authors prepare the materials that often determine whether a manuscript receives further consideration. Beyond a strong manuscript, publishers and literary agents frequently eveluate supporting documents such as query letters, synopses, comparative titles, and market positioning.

 

This service combines publishing knowledge with strategic guidance to help present your project clearly, professionally, and confidently.

Choose the Support That's Right for You!

Select the service or combination of services you need most.

Query Letter Development

Craft a compelling query letter that introduces your manuscript, showcases your voice, and captures attention.

  • Personalized query letter

  • Positioning recommendations

  • Revision suggestions

  • Professional formatting

Synopsis Development

Condense your manuscript into a clear, engaging synopsis that communicates the complete story.

  • Full synopsis

  • Structural guidance

  • Clarity improvements

  • Publisher-ready formatting

Back Cover Copy Development

Create compelling marketing copy that entices readers while representing your story and tone.

  • Full synopsis

  • Structural guidance

  • Clarity improvements

  • Publisher-ready formatting

Publishing House + Comp Title Research

Identify the right publishers for your book and comparable titles to strengthen your positioning.

  • Customized publisher research

  • Comparative title recommendations

  • Market positioning insights

  • Submission guidance

At a Glance

Best For

Traditional or hybrid publishing submissions and those building a strong book proposal

Timeline

1–3 Weeks

Format

Custom documents +
Editorial Feedback

Follow-Up Included

Yes
(Email support + optional mini consultation)

Investment

Starting at

$75 per service

Final pricing based on word count, complexity, and timeline

Free consultation

No obligation

Build Your Publishing Package:

Submission Essentials

  • Query letter development

  • Synopsis development

Marketing Essentials

  • Back cover copy development

  • Comparative title research

Complete Publishing Package

  • Query letter development

  • Synopsis development

  • Back cover copy development

  • Publishing house research

  • Comparative title research

The Process:

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Tell Me About Your
Manuscript

Share your project details and publishing goals.

Choose Your
Services

Select the services or package that fits your needs.

Receive Your
Proposal

I send a customized proposal and timeline for services. 

Review + Refine
Together

We collaborate to ensure your materials shine.

Materials
Delivered

You receive polished, submission-ready materials.

What Additional Information Do You Need?

To provide an accurate quote and the most helpful feedback, please share:​

  • Final manuscript

  • Word count

  • Genre + target audience

  • Publishing goals

  • Comparative titles (if you have them)

  • Existing proposal materials (if you have them)

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