Sample Manuscript Judging Score Sheet Template (Page 2 of 2) in pdf

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______ Protagonist is likable with integrity and backbone

______ Character shows believable emotion

______ Characterization remains consistent

______ Hero’s faith, belief system/values or lack thereof is skillfully developed or foreshadowed

Comments:

Dialogue (20 possible points)

______ Character voices and dialogue seem appropriate for sex/age/background

______ Dialogue is natural, not stilted

______ Dialogue moves story forward

______ Dialogue is appropriate for time and place

Comments:

Conflict and Motivation (25 possible points)

______ Basis for romantic relationship begins in an intriguing manner

______ Strong goals are introduced

______ Motivation for action/behavior, attitudes are believable

______ There is true conflict, not merely bickering or misunderstanding

______ Conflict is introduced in a believable manner, not contrived

Comments:

Overall Assessment (10 possible points)

______ Story is presented in a fresh, original, interesting and/or appealing manner.

______ Inspirational elements are not sermonizing and seem a natural aspect of character & plot, not tacked in

Comments:

Synopsis (UNSCORED) In your opinion:

___Y ___ N - Does it summarize the main events in a clear manner?

___Y ___ N - Is the internal conflict stated?

___Y ___ N - Is external conflict stated?

___Y ___ N - Are the major characters’ goals and motivations stated?

___Y ___ N - Is the romantic arc shown?

___Y ___ N - Is the spiritual arc shown?

___Y ___ N- Is the conflict resolved?

___Y ___ N - Is synopsis free of unnecessary details?

Comments:

General/Additional comments

Judge’s name (optional) :

Published in Romance: ____ Published in Other ___ PRO Level ____ Unpublished ___ Contest finalist ___

Other: __________ (specify)

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