Human Crafted feedback from real working screenwriters. Based on 400+ customer reviews.
SEE YOUR SCRIPT THROUGH
A PRO READER’S EYES
A coverage report can tell you what’s working overall.
Margin Notes show you what’s happening in the moment.
That means you don’t just hear that Act Two is losing momentum — you see where the energy starts to drop. You don’t just hear that a character’s motivation is unclear — you see the exact scene where the question first appears.
It’s script feedback with the lights turned on.
NOT JUST NOTES.
A REAL-TIME
READER REACTION.
When someone reads your script, they’re constantly responding. They’re asking questions. Making connections. Getting excited. Getting confused. Leaning in. Pulling away.
Capture the live read
Most of that reaction disappears by the time someone writes a summary report. Margin Notes capture more of that live reading experience, giving you a clearer sense of how the script is actually landing on the page.
where the story feels compelling
where scenes need more tension
where character choices feel unclear
where dialogue feels sharp, flat or too expositional
where pacing starts to slow
where the reader wants more
where the script is doing its best work
HUMAN CRAFTED COVERAGE
AND REWRITES. ALWAYS.
Technology can help us move faster, but only people can craft wonder.
Our work doesn’t just amplify the average — it elevates the exceptional.
Let's craft wonder together.
WHAT ARE
MARGIN NOTES?
Margin Notes are detailed comments placed directly on your script.
Instead of receiving only a separate coverage document, you’ll get feedback throughout the screenplay itself — page by page, scene by scene.
It’s a deeper, more granular form of feedback for writers who want to understand the experience of reading the script in real time.
Think of it as having a professional screenwriter sitting beside the page, pointing out what they’re noticing as they go.
WHAT MAKES OUR
MARGIN NOTES DIFFERENT?
Real screenwriters only
Your script is read by a working screenwriter who understands story craft from the inside. Not anonymous readers. Not generic feedback. Not AI.
Scene-by-scene insight
You’ll see exactly where your script is working and where it needs attention — not just in broad strokes, but moment by moment.
Genre-specific feedback
Choose a reader who understands your genre, so the notes are shaped by the kind of story you’re actually trying to tell.
Practical next steps
We don’t just point out problems. We help you understand what to do about them.
WHAT YOU GET
1. On-the-page notes
Comments directly inside your script, helping you see how the story, characters, pacing and dialogue are landing as the reader moves through the draft.
2. Scene-by-scene analysis
Focused feedback across the script, giving you a more detailed understanding of what each scene is doing — and whether it’s doing enough.
3. Feedback from a pro
Your notes come from a professional screenwriter with real craft experience, not a faceless reader or automated tool.
4. Choice of genre specialist
Pick a reader whose background fits your project, whether you’re writing drama, comedy, horror, thriller, action/adventure or something more genre-bending.
5. Three free follow-up questions
Once you’ve had time to digest the notes, you can ask three follow-up questions by email.
If your script is longer than the page limit, you can purchase extra pages during checkout at $4 per additional page.
IS THIS THE RIGHT
SERVICE FOR YOU?
Who are Margin Notes for?
Ideal if you want detailed feedback directly on the script, need to understand how each scene is landing, are preparing for a rewrite, or want more granular feedback than standard coverage.
Who are they not for?
Probably not the best fit if you only want a high-level overview. In that case, Script Coverage may be a better starting point. They’re also not a rewrite service.
HOW IT
WORKS
A simple, writer-friendly process that gets you from upload to actionable page-by-page feedback without the faff.
Choose your service Pick TV Pilot Margin Notes or Feature Film Margin Notes, depending on your script.
Step 2
Choose your screenwriter Select from our available pros based on genre, experience and the kind of feedback you’re looking for.
Step 3
Choose your turnaround time Choose the turnaround option that works for you.
Step 4
Upload your script Send us your screenplay in professional format, along with any context or questions you’d like your reader to keep in mind.
Step 5
Receive your Margin Notes Your reader will return detailed, actionable notes directly on your script, helping you see exactly how the draft is landing.
NEED A BROADER
REPORT TOO?
Margin Notes are brilliant for page-by-page insight. But if you also want a full overview of the script’s strengths, weaknesses, market position, structure, character work and next-step priorities, Script Coverage may be the better option — or a useful companion service.
Writers use Margin Notes when they want feedback that is specific, detailed and impossible to ignore.
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I ordered Margin Notes + 2 Readers + RUSH. The notes were returned under 48 hours without compromising quality. Script Reader Pro is the best screenwriting service out there.
JASON CHAN
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The Margin Notes feedback was incredibly specific and detailed. I wouldn’t use any other service again.
SONJA CROCKFORD
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My reader pointed out not only technical and creative areas where I could correct or make clear, but also gave me a sense of how my script would be perceived by creatives.
SAM
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LEARN FROM THE BEST
Our team of experienced screenwriters is dedicated to helping you succeed. With years of industry experience, they provide practical insights and personalized feedback to help you hone your craft.
Scott Parisien
Genre specialities: Comedy, Action
Pro experience: Incision, Foxter & Max, plus many specs in development.
Pro services: Script doctor, script reader, mentor.
How are Margin Notes different from Script Coverage?
Script Coverage gives you a structured report on the script as a whole. Margin Notes give you comments directly on the script, helping you understand how the reader is responding page by page and scene by scene.
Do I still get a full coverage report?
Margin Notes are focused on direct, on-the-page feedback rather than a full separate coverage document. If you want a broader overview as well, Script Coverage may be the better option.
What if my script is longer than the page limit?
TV Pilot Margin Notes include up to 65 pages. Feature Film Margin Notes include up to 125 pages. If your script is longer, you can purchase extra pages during checkout at $4 per additional page.
Can I choose my reader?
Yes. You can choose from the available pros for this service and select someone whose genre experience fits your script.
Will you use AI to provide feedback?
Absolutely not. Your Margin Notes are Human Crafted by real screenwriters with hard-won story experience.
Can you guarantee my script will sell?
No. Nobody can honestly guarantee that. What we can do is give you detailed, professional feedback that helps you understand how your script is landing and what you can do to improve it.
What if I need more than notes?
If you want someone to help rewrite, restructure or more actively develop the material, our Script Doctor / Rewrite service may be a better fit.
Can I ask questions after I receive my notes?
Yes. You’ll get three free follow-up questions by email once you’ve had time to review your notes.
