Query Letter & Synopsis Review Service
Query Letter & Synopsis Review Service UK
Get clear, practical feedback on your query letter, synopsis, and opening pages – including a second-pass review and a free copy of our Query & Synopsis mini-guide.
Overview
What this service includes
The Big Thinking School of Writing offers a gentle, practical Query Letter & Synopsis Review Service UK designed to help emerging writers prepare strong submissions before approaching agents or small presses. Reviews are carried out by an editor at Big Thinking Publishing.
What you can submit
- Your query letter (any length)
- Your synopsis (one or two pages)
- Your first chapter OR first 5–10 pages
What you receive
- Written feedback with actionable suggestions
- Comments on clarity, tone, structure and pitch
- A second-pass review after revisions
- A free copy of the Query & Synopsis mini-guide
Pricing
Affordable, transparent pricing
Standard rate
£35
This covers your query letter, synopsis, and first pages.
Affiliate partners
£20
If your writing group is an official partner, you receive a discounted rate.
Second-pass included
After you revise your materials, you may submit them once more for no additional cost.
Want your writing group to become an affiliate? Learn about affiliate partnerships .
Free guide
Includes our Query & Synopsis mini-guide
Every review comes with a free copy of our Query & Synopsis Mini-Guide, which covers:
- How to open a query letter effectively
- How to summarise your book clearly without spoilers
- How to structure a strong synopsis
- Common pitfalls seen by editors and agents
You can preview the first chapters here:
Read the mini-guide excerpt (Chapters 1–2)
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How it works
Simple step-by-step process
1. Send your material
Email your query letter, synopsis and first pages to us after booking.
2. Receive feedback
We return clear written notes within an agreed timeframe.
3. Second-pass revision
You revise your materials and send them again for a final review.
Next steps
Book a Query Package Review
If you’re ready to strengthen your submission materials, we’d be happy to help. Send us an email to begin the booking process or to ask any questions.