Is my plot engaging enough?
Will this resonate with kids and their parents?
Are my illustrations professional enough?
Is my message clear and meaningful?
It's hard to move forward without clarity. That's where my Primer Formula™ Book audit comes in.
The PRIMER Formula Book Audit is a holistic, big-picture evaluation that helps you see where your book shines and where there’s room for growth. Based on the proven PRIMER Formula (featured in The Indie Author’s Dozen), it’s designed specifically for children’s books to ensure they connect, inspire, and succeed.
It's hard to move forward without clarity. That's where my Primer Formula™ Book audit comes in.
This audit doesn’t replace editing—it complements it. While editors refine grammar and structure, this audit focuses on your book as a whole, from storytelling to audience alignment to overall impact.
Know exactly what works and where to improve. Leave with confidence that your book is headed in the right direction.
Go beyond writing. This audit ensures your book resonates with your target audience and is positioned to succeed in the competitive children’s book market.
With years of experience as an author coach, book designer, and fellow author myself, I provide insights grounded in both creativity and the realities of self-publishing.
HOLISTIC OVERVIEW:
Not just text. I evaluate your plot, visuals (if applicable), audience alignment, and message to ensure your book’s overall success.
AUDIENCE CONNECTION:
Learn how to make your book resonate with children and parents alike. Editing fixes language, but this audit helps you connect on a deeper level.
BUILT FOR INDIE AUTHORS:
Built using my PRIMER Formula™ framework found in my book The Indie Author's Dozen, you'll have insights tailored to the self-publishing journey, including optional advice on discoverability.
A professional, big-picture critique based on the six buckets of the PRIMER Formula™
Actionable advice to elevate your book’s appeal and impact
The clarity and confidence to move forward with your book
Editing focuses on refining your text—grammar, structure, and language. The PRIMER Formula Book Audit takes a broader approach, evaluating your book’s overall impact, audience alignment, and market readiness. This is about ensuring your book shines as a complete, polished product.
Absolutely! Whether your book is published or still a manuscript, this audit will provide fresh insights to help elevate its success.
No problem. The audit will focus on the text and story elements, and provide suggestions on how illustrations can enhance your book when the time comes.
This is not a replacement for traditional manuscript editing. Instead, it complements editing by giving you a big-picture overview of your book’s strengths and areas for improvement.