You’ve written a draft, but something feels off. Maybe you’re stuck in revision, unsure how to improve your story. You’ve read books on craft, taken courses, even joined a writing group, but you still feel overwhelmed. You want feedback you can trust, a plan you can follow, and someone in your corner who understands what it is you’re trying to do.
Without guidance, it’s easy to lose momentum. You might waste months second-guessing every choice or rewriting the same scenes without moving forward. Worse, you may put your novel away altogether. Not because you lack talent, but because you didn’t get the support you needed at the right time.
As a writer myself, I know what it’s like to feel stuck in the middle of a messy draft, in desperate need of clarity and support. That’s why I became a certified book coach: to help writers like you bring their stories to life with purpose.
“I feel like I've learned so much through working with you and I'm very pleased with how this story has turned out. Whatever happens publication wise, this is what brings me the most satisfaction. The story I've loved in my head and heart is now on the page. What better accomplishment is there than that? Thank you for helping make it happen.” ~Krista Lynn White. author
Regular submission deadlines (accountability!)
Thoughtful editorial feedback on each submission (growth!)
Coaching calls via Zoom (support!)
Three Coaching Paths
Revise Your Novel
Together we'll assess your novel using a combination of Author Accelerator tools and my own processes to reverse engineer the manuscript into what is called an As Is Outline. We'll nail down exactly what it is you want your readers' takeaway to be, identify areas that need clarity, what's working and what isn't, and strategize the fixes. When we're finished, you'll have a new outline - a roadmap to follow so you know exactly what you need to do as you revise and/or rewrite the actual pages.
Your investment:$250 per coaching round (submission deadline.)
*For budgeting purposes, plan for approximately six submission rounds (deadlines).
Next steps? On-going Coaching as you put your revision plan into action!
On-Going Book Coaching
Get personalized feedback, and editorial & emotional support while you write!
I'll listen, help you brainstorm ideas and problem-solve solutions, guide you past the roadblocks, develop your writing skills, hold you accountable to your goals, and write a book you can be proud of.
Overcome the doubt demons and write your book feeling empowered and confident!
Your investment:$250 per coaching round (submission deadline.) Bi-monthly submissions = $500/month.
For budgeting purposes, plan on committing to a minimum of three months (six submission deadlines) to get some progress under your belt and build good habits. You are, of course, welcome to continue with coaching as long as you like beyond that.
Just a Coaching Call
A clarity call for those who think better out loud! This talk-only offering is for those who want to get my perspective on a sticking point, brainstorm a solution, touch base with their story ideas, or simply talk things through when they hit a rough patch.
Book yourself a session whenever you need one, and I'll put the kettle on.
Your investment: $125 per 60-minute session.
Note: I'll happily read up to 5 pages in advance of our call if they pertain to whatever it is you need to discuss.
If you want me to read more, and/or if you want me to provide in-line comments, please request a single session of 1:1 book coaching instead.
My Process
One of the tools I use with all my clients is the Blueprint for a Book method developed by Jennie Nash of Author Accelerator. No matter what stage of the writing process you’re in, we always start with at least some parts of the blueprint.
Why? Think of your novel as a house – it won’t matter how many beautiful paintings you hang on the wall, they’re ALL going to hang crooked if the house is sitting on a wonky foundation. Let’s start by making sure those story-bones are nice and straight!
What is it? The blueprint is a set of curated questions and worksheets aimed at helping us figure out what it is you want to say, how you want to say it, and why. What you come away with is clarity around your story and a path forward.
About Feedback
None of us can raise the bar and get where we want to go without the learning opportunity that feedback gives us. Professionally-minded writers know that they need someone to tell them the truth about what’s missing or unclear. What isn’t working and why. To offer solutions and help brainstorm the best path forward.
I also believe honest feedback can and should be given with sensitivity and respect. I do everything I can to ensure that our book coaching relationship is a safe space to discuss your work.
