Task #164: Create a time line by answering these questions…
1- When do I want to send out my manuscript to my readers? I would like to send my manuscript out to readers around mid September.
2- When do I want my readers to get back to me with comments post reading? I would like feedback to me ideally by Halloween but certainly before Thanksgiving. (there is one person I want to read who I suspect might have a busy October so I am okay giving them more time hence the possible extension.
There is the possibility that this is only the first of several readings you will send out as you refine and edit your manuscript so think about what you have planned (If you have plans) as well as what is reasonable to ask. Remember whether you are calling or texting or sending an e-mail for that first contact where you ask people to become readers, you need to let them know what you expect. For this task complete this sentence.
Hi, I have written a manuscript and I am looking for readers to give me feedback. I am looking to send the manuscript to those willing to read by __September 15th___. I am hoping to have the first read through done by __Halloween__. I really think that you would be an excellent reader for this story because _you love reading this genre and know what you look for. You will also give me honest feedback about what works and what needs to be edited__.If you are interested in reading and this timeline works for you, please let me know.
Ten til Midnight 