Focus, Assess, Recharge - Manuscript Review

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Get Clarity, Get Published - Expert Feedback for Children's Authors from Publishers

Available now! Limited spaces for authors are now available and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.


We're experienced, real-world traditional book publishers. Our books have won major awards and can be found in bookstores the world over. With over 500 successful books published through Exisle and EK, our seasoned, professional team can show you exactly what has been holding you back from publication until now, and give you that moment of clarity you need to move forward with confidence.

Our mission is to help you develop your book to a high standard of commercial publication. We'll show you why you may be falling short, how to build on your strengths, and how to advance from here.

Three Steps to Clarity and Confidence:

Step One

Book your manuscript review using the sign-up buttons below. You'll bypass the standard submission process for the big, traditional publishers our editors work for, and be connected directly with a senior publisher in your genre.

Step Two

Send your manuscript, outline, or sample chapters to a publisher specialized in your genre. You'll have the opportunity to provide some context on your goals and background. You don't have to be an experienced author — we accept writers at all career stages from novice to veteran.

Step Three

Receive a concise, meaningful one-page feedback document within 21-30 days. As you read the feedback, lightbulbs will go off in your head. You'll understand your strengths, and uncover any impediments which may have been holding you back from traditional publication until now.

Available Now! Select Your Best Option to Continue

Because 'Focus, Assess, Recharge' is done by professional publishers, we can only make it available during highly limited windows when our experts have the time available. If the buttons below are there, then seize your chance to learn what a top publisher really thinks of your book, and how to take steps to get it ready for commercial publication.

Standard Package - One Picture Book

  • Submit one children's picture book
  • You will receive detailed feedback designed to help you get published
  • Includes priority publishing consideration with EK Books and our partner imprints
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Advanced Package - Two Picture Books or One YA Book

  • Submit two children's picture books OR one middle-grade / Young Adult book
  • You will receive detailed feedback designed to help you get published
  • Includes priority publishing consideration with EK Books and our partner imprints
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Premium Package - Three Picture Books

  • Submit three children's picture books
  • You will receive detailed feedback designed to help you get published
  • Includes priority publishing consideration with EK Books and our partner imprints
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Testimonials

What our authors say

"Thank you for your detailed and supportive assessment of my book, [Redacted]. Your report far exceeded my expectations, and I am extremely grateful. The areas you have suggested need development is exactly the feedback I was looking for and needed."

Verona

"Thank you for this information. After the initial shock, it is quite useful and I now have a new strategy moving forward, so it was worth it."

Tracy

"The markups are great, I understand better what you need/ mean when plotting a manuscript.
Thank you very much for your time, patience and assistance in getting the [Redacted] from an idea to presentable manuscript. You have gone above and beyond the allotted time and I appreciate it very much."

Scott


"Thanks very much for your report. It’s extremely helpful. I can see I’ve got a lot of work to do. I’m so glad I requested an assessment of my work. Hopefully I’ll be able to amend it to publishing standard. I really appreciate your input."

Carol

"Thank you for your assessment. It is very helpful and provides clear directions for future changes."

Bronwen

Thank you so much for this incredible feedback. I really appreciate the time and thought you’ve put into it.
I’m feeling genuinely energised to dive back in and revise

Katrina

Children's Publishing Academy is an international service provided by our global publishing team with representatives in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and North America. Unless otherwise indicated, all prices are shown in $ USD. If USD is not your currency, a conversion will be applied automatically by your bank upon checkout. For all inquiries, email [email protected] or call our offices. Please contact us before registering if your children's picture book exceeds 1,000 words