Getting to Know Your Character - Post Course Critique 2026
June 5 - 19, 2026
The cost for this optional critique is $125.
Submit your novel’s first ten pages or one full picture book manuscript (up to 800 words).
Please submit work as a .doc or .docx file that is double-spaced and in 12 pt Times New Roman (or similar) font.
Submission is due on or before June 19, and you will receive feedback within 4 – 6 weeks of the submission deadline.
You will receive a link to submit via email after you purchase this critique. At that link, there will be a spot to share your preference to receive feedback from Sarah, Crystal, or both if you sign up twice. If we are unable to accommodate your preference, we will reach out.
If you have any questions, please e-mail Molly Chao at molly.chao@boydsmills.org.