Ask Max:
Story Repair Service!

You build the world. I check the wiring.

I'm Max--an amateur writer and lifelong researcher with decades of information. From microbiology to military tactics, I've studied a little of everything, and I love helping other writers get the details right. I'm that guy who annoys his family by pointing out all the technical errors in movies and TV shows. One day, I got the idea to put that attention to detail to work.WHAT I DO:I offer specialized technical support novelists, comic creators, and short story writers who want to focus on the creative side while still getting the facts straight. I'll make your story is:
-Technically accurate: weapons, tactics, technology, physics, etc.
-Plausible and consistent: no plot holes or broken logic
-Psychologically believable: realistic character behavior and reactions
-Historically accurate: cultural and historical accuracy when your story calls for itYou send me a story, chapter, draft, outline, or even just questions--I send you a detailed, source-backed report so you can stay focused on storytelling.Topics I've studied include:
History
Technology
Computers
Weaponry
Music & Art
Pyschology
Biology & Human Anatomy
Politics
Physics
Military Tactics
Literature & Poetry
Anthropology...and tons more. If I don't already know it, I'll find the answer and back it up with credible sources you can check for yourself.Rates & Services:$25 - Basic Report
-Feedback on any major issues in plot, characters, history, and technical accuracy
-Reliable references provided whenever possible$50 - Detailed Report
-Everything in the Basic Report
-Deeper analysis of story elements, however small
-Suggestions on how to address each issue$75 - Complete Report
-All of the above
-Analysis of grammar, style, dialogue, and writing technique
-Service after the sale! Send any revisions or questions any time--no extra chargeIf you have a larger project like a novel or screenplay, I'll work with you to come up with special rates depending on the project's size.All packages include a few follow-up questions at no charge.So let me save you time and effort--let me handle the research while you get back to the fun part of writing.