🌿 Frequently Asked Questions
🌿 Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a sensitivity reader?
A sensitivity reader is a specialist who reviews your manuscript to ensure accurate, respectful, and nuanced representation of specific identities, experiences, or themes. I specialize in mental health, trauma, therapy, and perinatal topics, offering feedback grounded in clinical expertise and a deep love of storytelling.
What is a sensitivity reader?
A sensitivity reader is a specialist who reviews your manuscript to ensure accurate, respectful, and nuanced representation of specific identities, experiences, or themes. I specialize in mental health, trauma, therapy, and perinatal topics, offering feedback grounded in clinical expertise and a deep love of storytelling.
What genres do you work with?
I primarily work with authors writing in:
What genres do you work with?
I primarily work with authors writing in:
- Fantasy
- Romance
- Contemporary Fiction
I’m not a good fit for psychological thrillers.
I’m not a good fit for psychological thrillers.
What kinds of issues do you look for?
I focus on:
What kinds of issues do you look for?
I focus on:
- Emotional realism in character portrayal, reactions, traits, and development
- Accurate representation of mental health symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment
- Respectful handling of heavy topics such as trauma, suicidality, self-harm, and recovery
- Authentic depiction of therapy sessions, client experiences, and therapist perspectives
- Appropriate and accurate use of coping strategies
- Nuances in relationships, conflict, and communication related to mental health
- Cultural or gender-related influences on mental health experiences
- Consideration of neurodivergence and its intersection with mental health
- Identification of stigma, stereotypes, or language that may unintentionally cause harm
Will you tell me to change my story?
You as the author have ultimate agency over your work, and I respect that. My feedback is meant to support your creative vision, not override it. That said, my suggestions are grounded in clinical experience and a deep understanding of mental health representation. Many writers find that incorporating sensitivity feedback strengthens their work, making it more authentic, nuanced, and emotionally impactful for readers.
Will you tell me to change my story?
You as the author have ultimate agency over your work, and I respect that. My feedback is meant to support your creative vision, not override it. That said, my suggestions are grounded in clinical experience and a deep understanding of mental health representation. Many writers find that incorporating sensitivity feedback strengthens their work, making it more authentic, nuanced, and emotionally impactful for readers.
What is the sensitivity read process like?
What is the sensitivity read process like?
- First, send me a contact form so that we can connect.
- Next, I'll ask any clarifying questions and send you a contract to review. The contract will include information about pricing, timeline, and what you can expect from me.
- When you sign and return the contact, our work together starts. I'll have you send me your work by email. If your package includes a virtual consultation, we'll schedule that.
- I'll return your work within the agreed upon time frame.
Do you offer rush reads?
Yes — if my schedule allows. Rush requests include an added fee and require clear deadlines. Please mention your timeline in the contact form.
Do you offer rush reads?
Yes — if my schedule allows. Rush requests include an added fee and require clear deadlines. Please mention your timeline in the contact form.
Can I talk through your feedback with you?
Absolutely. Some packages include an optional virtual consultation. For packages where it's not already included, a virtual consultation can be added as an add-on if you'd like to walk through my notes together. You can also add a second pass or reread add-on to your package if you would like even deeper feedback.
Can I talk through your feedback with you?
Absolutely. Some packages include an optional virtual consultation. For packages where it's not already included, a virtual consultation can be added as an add-on if you'd like to walk through my notes together. You can also add a second pass or reread add-on to your package if you would like even deeper feedback.
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