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MARGIN NOTES

PAGE-BY-PAGE FEEDBACK
THAT SHOWS YOU HOW
YOUR SCRIPT LANDS.

Get detailed, on-the-page notes from a working screenwriter — so you can see what your reader is thinking as they move through every scene.
$349
TV PILOT, FROM
$499
FEATURE FILM, FROM
HUMAN CRAFTED FEEDBACK FROM REAL WORKING SCREENWRITERS · BASED ON 400+ CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Human Crafted
Human Crafted. Always.
Margin Notes on your screenplay
THE DIFFERENCE

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.

Margin Notes on the page
WHAT YOU SEE

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.
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.
YOU’LL SEE…
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.

AI can read your script in 5 minutes. It can't tell you whether your story works — it's never had to make one work.

Every report we deliver is read, considered, and written by a produced screenwriter. No shortcuts. No summary dressed up as notes.

Your script deserves a reader with skin in the game.

Our work doesn’t just amplify the average — it elevates the exceptional.

Let's craft wonder together

WHAT ARE MARGIN NOTES?

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. 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

Read by someone who's done it

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

Moment by moment, not broad strokes

You’ll see exactly where your script is working and where it needs attention.
GENRE-SPECIFIC FEEDBACK

A reader who knows your genre

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

What to do about it

We don’t just point out problems. We help you understand what to do about them.
CHOOSE YOUR MARGIN NOTES SERVICE

TWO OPTIONS, PICK YOUR FORMAT

TV PILOT MARGIN NOTES
from $349
BEST FOR
Pilots up to 65 pages.
On-the-page notes up to 65 pages
Scene-by-scene TV pilot analysis
Feedback from a pro screenwriter
Choice of genre specialist
Three free follow-up questions
FEATURE FILM MARGIN NOTES
from $499
BEST FOR
Feature scripts up to 125 pages.
On-the-page notes up to 125 pages
Scene-by-scene feature film analysis
Feedback from a pro screenwriter
Choice of genre specialist
Three free follow-up questions
TURNAROUND, CHOSEN AT CHECKOUT
Standard is about 14 days. A 3-day rush is available on both services (not including weekends) at an additional cost.
If your script is longer than the page limit, you can purchase extra pages during checkout at $4 per additional page.
WHAT YOU GET

FIVE THINGS, EVERY TIME

01

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.
02

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.
03

Feedback from a pro

Your notes come from a professional screenwriter with real craft experience, not a faceless reader or automated tool.
04

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.
05

Three free follow-up questions

Once you’ve had time to digest the notes, you can ask three follow-up questions by email.
HOW IT WORKS

FROM UPLOAD TO PAGE-BY-PAGE FEEDBACK

A simple, writer-friendly process that gets you from upload to actionable page-by-page feedback without the faff.
STEP 01

Choose your service

Pick TV Pilot Margin Notes or Feature Film Margin Notes, depending on your script.
STEP 02

Choose your screenwriter

Select from our available pros based on genre, experience and the kind of feedback you’re looking for.
STEP 03

Choose your turnaround

Standard is about 14 days, or take the 3-day rush if you need it sooner.
STEP 04

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 05

Receive your Margin Notes

Your reader will return detailed, actionable notes directly on your script, helping you see exactly how the draft is landing.
IS THIS THE RIGHT SERVICE FOR YOU?

AND WHEN IT ISN’T

MARGIN NOTES ARE FOR YOU IF…
You want detailed feedback directly on the script
You need to understand how each scene is landing
You’re preparing for a rewrite
You want more granular feedback than standard coverage
PROBABLY NOT IF…
You only want a high-level overview of the script’s strengths, weaknesses, market position and structure. In that case Script Coverage is the better starting point — or a useful companion service.
You want someone to rewrite, restructure or actively develop the material. That’s the Script Doctor and Rewrite service.
SUCCESS STORIES

WRITERS WHO WANTED FEEDBACK THEY COULDN’T IGNORE

Writers use Margin Notes when they want feedback that is specific, detailed and impossible to ignore.
“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
“The Margin Notes feedback was incredibly specific and detailed. I wouldn’t use any other service again.”
SONJA CROCKFORD
“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
SCRIPT READER PRO EXPERTS

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.
Dash Finley
Genre specialities:
Thriller, Horror
Pro experience: 
Worked with/hired by Doug Liman, Stanley Weiser, Jason Kliot.
Pro services: 
Script doctor, script reader, mentor.
Peter Briggs
Genre specialities:
Action/Adventure, Drama
Pro experience: 
Hellboy, Alien vs. Predator, Judge Dredd, hired by Paramount, Miramax, etc.
Pro services: 
Script reader.
Janna Mattison
Genre specialities:
Drama, Thriller
Pro experience: 
Confessions of a Shopaholic, The Sound, Skam for Robert Downey Jr’s co.
Pro services: 
Script doctor.
Cody Smart
Genre specialities:
Comedy, Drama
Pro experience: 
Sold many scripts, extensive ghost writing, UCLA instructor
Pro services: 
Script doctor, script reader, mentor.
Tennyson E. Stead
Genre specialities:
Drama, Action/Adventure
Pro experience: 
Atlas Uprising, Igor, Making the GAMP. Written 30 scripts, sold 10.
Pro services: 
Script doctor, script reader, mentor.
Michael Kalesniko
Genre specialities:
Comedy, Drama, Sci Fi
Pro experience: 
Howard Stern's Private Parts, Iron Sky, Burnt, How to Kill Your Neighbors Dog.
Pro services: 
Script doctor, script reader.
QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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.

How long does it take?

Standard turnaround is about 14 days. A 3-day rush is available on both services at checkout, not including weekends.

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.
READY?

SEE EXACTLY HOW YOUR SCRIPT LANDS, PAGE BY PAGE.

$349
TV PILOT, FROM
$499
FEATURE FILM, FROM
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