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The scanner evaluates your uploaded file against 12 professional publishing categories: Cover Design, ISBN & Barcode, Interior Design, Manuscript Style, Word Count, Book Flow & Structure, Print & Production, Trim Size, Typography, Color & Contrast, Back Cover, and Metadata Compliance. Each category is scored out of 100 using genre-specific benchmarks drawn from industry standards used by major publishing houses. The free analysis shows pass/fail status for all 12 categories; a full scan (using 1 credit) reveals detailed scores, flagged issues, and actionable recommendations.

The scanner accepts PDF, DOC, DOCX, EPUB, TXT, RTF, and ODT formats. For the most accurate cover and interior design analysis, upload a print-ready PDF. Manuscript-only formats (TXT, RTF, ODT) will receive scores on applicable criteria such as Word Count, Manuscript Style, and Book Flow & Structure.

The scanner evaluates measurable, objective criteria — cover hierarchy, ISBN placement, typography, word count benchmarks, structural completeness, and editorial quality — not subjective opinion. Every scan produces a reproducible score based on the same rubric, benchmarked against Amazon bestseller data and category research for your selected genre.

Absolutely not. The scanner measures production and presentation standards — not the quality of your writing, story, or ideas. Many exceptional books score low on presentation criteria simply because the author wasn't aware of industry conventions. That's exactly what this tool is designed to surface so you can address it.

No — Manuscript IQ does not edit, rewrite, or modify your book in any way. What it does is give you a clear, detailed picture of exactly where your book falls short of professional publishing standards and why. Think of it as a professional audit, not a repair service. Once you have your report, you have two straightforward paths: reconnect with your existing publisher or editor to work through the flagged items, or reach out to one of our Zou Zou Media House publishing experts who can guide you through the corrections and help you bring your book up to standard.

Yes. Many authors use the scanner to audit an already-published book before a reprint, a new edition, or a push into new markets. The results will tell you exactly what a bookstore buyer, award committee, or library acquisition team would flag — giving you a clear roadmap for a publishing refresh.

Cover Analysis evaluates: front cover hierarchy (title, subtitle, author name sizing and placement), spine readability at standard shelf distance, back cover completeness (description, ISBN barcode placement, author bio, category), colour contrast and legibility, and whether the design communicates the correct genre at a glance.

One credit unlocks one complete Deep Analysis of your book (detailed scores for all 12 categories, flagged issues with severity indicators, genre benchmarks, and exportable PDF checklist). The free analysis already shows pass/fail status for all 12 categories with no credit required. Credits do not expire and can be used on any book at any time.

The free analysis shows pass/fail status across all 12 scoring categories, your overall readiness score out of 100, and word count vs. genre benchmark. A paid Deep Analysis unlocks detailed per-category scores, all flagged issues with severity indicators, actionable fix recommendations, genre-specific benchmarks, and an exportable PDF revision checklist. The Deep Analysis + Strategy Call adds a 30-minute 1-on-1 session with a Zou Zou Media House publishing expert.

Credits do not expire. They can be applied to any future scan at any time. Credits are non-refundable once used.

Payments are processed securely via Stripe and accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover), Apple Pay, and Google Pay. All transactions are SSL-encrypted. Zou Zou Media House does not store any card details.

After booking via Calendly, you'll receive a confirmation email with your session details. Your 30-minute consultation is a live, 1-on-1 video call with a Zou Zou Media House publishing expert. We'll walk through your Deep Analysis results together, explain each finding in plain language, discuss your market positioning, and build a prioritised action plan. You'll receive a written summary by email within 24 hours.

Yes. Zou Zou Media House offers a full suite of publishing services — from cover redesign and interior formatting to editorial services and full publishing packages. The full scan includes estimated costs based on our current service pricing, so you know exactly what it would take to bring your book up to standard. There's no obligation, but we're here when you're ready.

Genre comparables are drawn from Amazon bestseller data across major categories, cross-referenced with keyword and category research. They represent the production standards of top-performing titles in each genre — giving you a concrete benchmark to measure your book against.

Select the genre that most closely matches your primary readership and distribution channel. If your book genuinely crosses genres (e.g., a self-help memoir), choose the genre where you intend to position it for sale. You can run multiple scans with different genre selections to compare results.

No. Your uploaded file is used only to generate your scan results and is never stored on our servers after analysis is complete. We do not share, sell, or retain your manuscript or cover files. See our full Privacy Statement below for details.