Words
to Know
Every Word Counts
   ...so we count every word.

With our unique manuscript analysis service we help you see your work in a whole
new light.  For example, our highlighted manuscript methodology is like seeing an
X-ray of your prose: in a sense, we dim the prepositions, pronouns, sight words,
and elementary vocabulary words from view to emphasize each writer’s rich palette
of word choices.  

The report reveals not only each author’s unique voice and use of language, but
also weaknesses in the text that may have previously escaped notice.  

Key elements of the report include:
Highlighted manuscript showing key word choices   [See Example]
Benchmark comparisons with best selling and award winning titles
Word frequency tables
List of overused words
Adverb usage
Attribution word frequency tables
List of longest sentences
Special features for authors of Children's Literature include:

Challenge word lists
Sight word usage tables
Readability statistics and comparisons with best selling titles
Preparing Your Manuscript

  • Be sure to run your document through a spell checker
  • Format your document using double spacing
  • Make sure the document includes your name, contact information, and title
Submitting Your Manuscript

We accept documents in .doc, .txt, and .rtf format only.

Please email your manuscript to our Manuscript Submissions Team at:  submit@wordstoknow.com
Rates

  • $85 flat fee for a single manuscript
  • If you request a printed report, please add $6 for copying/postage/handling fees.
  • Words to Know fees are in U.S. dollars.


Want a better idea of
what to expect?  

Take a look at excerpts
from our Sample Report.
Spring Special:

$20 Discount for SCBWI
members (may not be
combined with other
promotions).