Juanita Collins| book coach, editor, author

Bring Your Story to Life
with Revision Support that Starts with You!

Personalized coaching and editing for writers ready to turn their drafts into powerful, emotionally resonate novels.

Feeling stuck in revision?

If you’ve been rewriting the same chapter for months… if your characters feel flat or your scenes just aren’t clicking… it’s not because you’re a bad writer. It’s because revision is a whole different skill set.

One that’s hard to master on your own.

You want to write a novel that touches hearts. A story with real characters, deep feelings, and lasting meaning. But you’re spinning your wheels trying to figure out what it really needs.

That’s where I come in.

Revise your novel with clarity and confidence with Nita Collins Book Coach

Imagine this…

You sit down to revise and actually know what to do.
You feel excited about your story again.
You’ve got a clear plan, thoughtful feedback, and someone in your corner who understands how hard (and how beautiful) this process can be.

Sound good?
Let’s get you there!

Get the support you need to do your best work

Hi, I’m Nita.

I’m a writer, certified book coach, and developmental editor. I work with women in mid-life who are knee-deep in messy drafts and ready to shape them into novels with emotional depth, clarity, and resonance.

I’m here for you if:

You’re stuck in the weeds and can’t see the shape of your story
You want to bring more feeling to the page but don’t know how
You’re revising and feeling overwhelmed, unsure, or a little lost

I know what it’s like to wrestle with a story that matters to you—and not know how to fix it. I’ve been there. And that’s why I’m here now.

My approach is collaborative, kind, and craft-focused, and my goal is to help you feel confident, supported, and inspired to revise and finish a novel you’re proud to share with the world.

Questions? Send them to me at NitaCollinsWriter@gmail.com

Revise your novel with Nita at Nita Collins Writer.

Ways We Can Work Together:

Revision Coaching

Turn your draft into a novel that WORKS. Together, we'll create a revision plan that lets you write forward with purpose and excitement instead of confusion or self-doubt. Learn how to revise using your own manuscript as the textbook.

On-going 1:1 Coaching

Regular deadlines to keep you accountable, with honest, supportive feedback on your pages to keep you learning, followed by a zoom call to answer questions, brainstorm fixes, celebrate wins, and keep you focused and motivated.

Clarity Calls

A focused, one-on-one zoom call to talk out plot problems, figure out story arcs, or just brainstorm. A coaching solution for those who like to "think out loud," and thrive better with a brainstorming partner than a deadline.

Developmental Editing

Get kind but honest feedback that points out what's working and what needs attention in your manuscript, and why, including suggested next steps. For those who want fresh eyes and feedback and prefer to take it from there on their own.

Schedule a Free Discovery Call

Hi Writer!

I’m a writer, too. I know how vulnerable and exhilarating the creative process is. I've felt (and still feel!) the same anxieties and writerly angst you're dealing with now, which is why I’m passionate about helping you build the skills, confidence, and momentum you need to bring your dream to life and write the best novel you can.

Nita's insights into my manuscript helped me to discover the way to break into the next round of revisions.

Her examples illustrated how subtle the difference between telling and showing can be, and her breakdown of the weaknesses in my manuscript into red, yellow, and green light issues will be my guide as I work to take my draft to the next level. Offered with kindness, humour, and tough love, Nita's comments and editor's letter have allowed me to see the possibilities of what my novel can become--published!

Melanie Marttila, author

Nita gave me the tough love I needed in the gentlest of packages.

No question I had was too trivial or too difficult. A master listener, she stuck with me like a rock through a gamut of emotions until I fully understood her feedback. If you work with Nita, you’ll become a better writer.

Krista Lynn White, author

I'm thrilled with the suggestions she's made to make my writing, characters, and story stronger.

I met Nita by chance when we exchanged pages on the Women's Fiction Writers' Association website. Myself a long-time professional editor, I quickly realized I was in the hands of a naturally gifted editor by the type of feedback she was giving me. I immediately hired her to edit the rest of my book, and I'm thrilled with the suggestions she's made to make my writing, characters, and story stronger. I highly recommend Nita's editorial services.

Betsy Thorpe
Betsy Thorpe Literary Services

Nita Collins is everything I was looking for in a developmental editor.

Her reviews always arrive promptly and are very thorough and insightful, providing plenty of positive reinforcement along with gentle constructive criticism. She is very knowledgeable and backs up her recommendations with links to appropriate references. Never harsh or critical, she is, nonetheless, honest and does an excellent job of highlighting problems and making helpful suggestions for improvement. When my motivation starts to dwindle, Nita always inspires me to get back on track. She is warm and responsive, and I highly recommend Nita Collins without reservation, five stars!

Dr. Wendy Schaenen

I am so grateful for her skills in helping me hone the story I have to tell.

I am so fortunate to have Nita as a critique partner. With her innate skill, she pointed out places where readers would benefit from being inside my character's head and heart. She also, in her inimitable way, affirmed the specific gifts I have in writing and firmly addressed the major fear and shortcoming that undermined my story and its ability to attract potential readers.

Lisa Bodenheim, author

Her suggestions were delivered with kindness, encouragement, and enthusiasm.

Nita's developmental edit of the first thirty pages of my manuscript was extremely helpful. She provided insightful comments on the theme and other foundational elements as well as detailed line edits to highlight areas for improvement. Her suggestions were delivered with kindness, encouragement, and enthusiasm. I highly recommend her services.

Cheryl Hystad

She pushed me to think more deeply about the story I've written.

Nita's evaluation of my manuscript was empathetic and insightful. Her input was professional and constructive and it has consistently pushed me to think more deeply about the story I've written. I would be more than happy to work with her again and sincerely recommend her to anyone looking for an editor or writing coach.

Susan Morris

Nita's insights into my manuscript helped me to discover the way to break into the next round of revisions.

Melanie Marttila, author

Are You Ready to Bring Your Story to Life?

What happens on a Discovery Call?

A discovery call is a no-obligation 20-minute call to give us a chance to meet each other and talk about your story. It's completely pressure-free and comes with no obligation.

We'll have an open and friendly conversation about your goals and challenges, explore how I might be able to support you, and see if we would be a good fit to work together.

Contact me at Nitacollinswriter@gmail.com, or click the link below to schedule a chat via my on-line calendar.

Schedule a call

Whether you're feeling stuck in revision, struggling to bring emotional depth to your characters, or simply need a clear plan to move forward, I’m here to listen and help you find the right next steps. I can’t wait to hear more about your project and see how I can help you move forward!

A book coach provides the accountability, constructive feedback, questioning ear, and editorial support that writers NEED to do their best work.

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