Synopsis

[rhienelleth]

Hmm, so, synopsis formatting - single space? Double space? Times New Roman, or Courier like the manuscript? I've found conflicting information on the internet, and confess I've never actually sent a synopsis before. It's always been either query, or full manuscript. Writer people on my f-list, what do you do? Also, is there a standard length (one page, two pages, five...) when one is not specified by the person requesting?

Comments

[mallory-blog.livejournal.com]

single space - generally the 2-5 page sized one is the one to send when no info is given

Times is fine as a font - keep your margins at 1" and think of it like you are pitching - if possible, then give your synopsis to a writer you trust to crunch on - this last step usually helps the very most of all.

[rhienelleth.livejournal.com]

Thanks! This helps a lot.

[shadawyn.livejournal.com]

Agreed. And good luck with the partial request!

[kjlj.livejournal.com]

Two pages, single spaced, either TNR or Courier should do. You can email me if you want me to read it over but I'm gone from 1-5:30 today. writersweekend at hotmail dot com