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Let me help you take your stories to the next level! As the co-founder of the PB Rising Stars mentorship program, I know what it takes to help someone on their path to publication. I am also the author of 2 traditionally published picture books, 1 traditionally published middle grade nonfiction book, 4 upcoming early chapter books, 2 work-for-hire picture books, and 2 work-for hire board books. I have worked with Harper Collins, Macmillan, Scholastic, Disney Learning, KiwiCo, and more. My wide range of experience will help you on your own path to publication with in-depth feedback and industry insight. I can't wait to work with you!

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Video Call and Written Picture Book Critique: $150

Meet with Kailei via Google Meets for a live read aloud, discussion of your project. with a full written critique to follow.

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Written Picture Book Critique: $100

Fully written out picture book manuscript critique. Big picture thoughts and edits, line edits, overall impressions, marketability talk.

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30 min Zoom AMA: $50

Meet with author Kailei Pew via Zoom to discuss anything publishing related. Ask any questions, look for feedback on your publishing journey, etc.

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Early CB Written Critique: $200

Fully written out Chapter Book (written for ages 5-8) manuscript critique. Big picture thoughts and edits, line edits, overall impressions, marketability talk, and more.

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Query Critique: $50

Query critique for any PB, CB, or MG. Line edits and big picture suggestions. Specific pitch advice and suggestions to catch the eye of an agent or editor.

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Second Look PB Critique: $50

After working with Kailei and implementing the feedback you felt resonated, she will take a look at an updated and revised manuscript to comment on your progress, suggest further edits, and/or help you know if you’re on the right track. Please only purchase this if you have worked with Kailei on this MS in the past.

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Picture Book Submission Package Prep: $700

3-6 months of in depth preparation for the query trenches/submission prep. Includes:

- 3 (1 hour) zoom planning calls

- 3 written manuscript critiques

- 3 second looks (critiques after implemented changes)

- 3 query critiques

- Zoom query strategy call

- Business Development

- Industry Insights

- Additional emails and zoom meetings as needed.

This will be an in depth 1-on-1 intensive, similar to a mentorship experience. Please only book this experience if you feel ready to work toward an entire submission/query-ready package.

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Critique Rush Fee (Add-On Item Only): $30

You must purchase one of Kailei's critiques before adding on this item. Rush fee guarantees a 1 week turn around (instead of Kailei's typical 3-4 week).

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