Book Coaching Services
To learn more about Book Coaching, check out my About page.
The Story Starter
$750
3 MONTHS
For anyone who has ever said "one day I'll write a book" and decided that day has come.
Are you a writer who's just getting started, caught in a cycle of starting and restarting, or bursting with ideas but unsure where to begin? With this coaching package, I'll guide you through Jennie Nash's Blueprint for a Book—a workbook designed to help you deeply explore your story, uncover the voice of your narrator, and discover your protagonist's motivations.
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We will focus on the Blueprint until we have laid a solid foundation for your story, With any remaining deadlines, we will dive into essential topics tailored to your needs, including crafting dialogue, scene construction, and defining where your story actually begins.
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​By the end of the 6th deadline, you'll not only have a framework for your story but also a clear plan for how to move forward and keep the momentum going.
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Consider yourself a "pantser" and don't love the idea of plotting out your entire story? That's fine! The Story Starter isn't about planning out your entire story, it's about knowing what you need to know in order to develop a story and continue writing forward.
​What’s Included:​
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A 30-minute introductory call to discuss your story, progress, and writing goals
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6 deadlines to work through the Blueprint for a Book and additional exercises
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6 hour-long video coaching calls following each deadline
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Email communication between deadlines
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Guided work through the Blueprint for a Book
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Benefits:​
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1:1 Coaching and a Personalized Approach: Having a coach means having a support who is focused on your needs as a writer and the specific needs of your story.
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Clarity and Direction: Gain a clear understanding of your story’s foundation, including character motivations and conflict, setting you up for successful writing sessions.
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Structured Guidance: As an Author Accelerator certified book coach, I have been specifically trained to use Jennie Nash's Blueprint for a Book and the included Inside Outline and coach writers through the work.
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Strategy: At the end of this package experience, you will have a roadmap for how to continue moving your story forward and keep writing.
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With the Story Starter Kit, you’ll gain the confidence and direction needed to turn your initial ideas into a compelling story. Let’s embark on this exciting journey together and unlock the storyteller within you!
Grow Your Story
$2,000
6 MONTHS
For the writers who can see their novel on the horizon but need help reaching it.
You have your dynamic characters, your killer plot, and notebooks filled with worldbuilding, now it’s time to let your story grow! This coaching package is perfect for committed writers who have started their manuscript but find themselves struggling to maintain momentum, are feeling lost in the narrative, or are facing creative roadblocks. Whether you're revisiting your existing work or embarking on the journey from chapter one, this package provides the structure and support you need to move forward confidently.
​What’s Included:​
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A 30-minute introductory call to discuss your story, progress, and writing goals
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12 writing deadlines of up to 20 pages per deadline with returned feedback
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12 hour-long video coaching calls following each deadline
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Email communication between deadlines
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Benefits:​
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Accountability: A series of manageable deadlines will help you maintain focus and progress on your manuscript
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"Live" Feedback: Getting feedback as you write will help ensure that your first draft will be structurally strong and ready for revision
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Support: If and when you hit a roadblock in your writing, you will not only have someone to support you (me!) but you will also have access to tools and guidance to get you past your obstacle
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With the Grow Your Story, you'll cultivate your writing skills, gain clarity on your narrative, and build the confidence to see your story through to "The End."
Manuscript Evaluation
$400 - $600
For those who have a draft and want to know how it holds up.
​A comprehensive, Big Picture assessment of your manuscript, this package is for writers who have a completed first draft or those with at least half of a draft but are feeling stuck. I will evaluate the development and structure of your story, identifying what's working and what isn't.
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This is not a Developmental Edit, which means there will be minimal in-text comments and suggestions. However, I still review key elements such as plot, character development, point of view, pacing, and consistency. You'll receive a detailed editorial summary highlighting my observations and feedback, along with suggested next steps for writing forward or revising your work.
What’s Included:
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A single, thorough evaluation of the manuscript
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Minimal in-text comments highlighting points and examples referenced in the editorial summary
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A detailed editorial summary outlining the manuscript's strengths and areas needing improvement
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1 hour-long video coaching call
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Next steps for writing forward or developing a plan for starting revisions
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Benefits:
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Targeted Feedback: Focused, high level feedback that looks specifically at how to improve and strengthen your story's structure and depth without being overwhelmed by small details and line edits.
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Strategic Guidance: Walk away with a clear plan for how to move forward with your manuscript, whether that's beginning revisions or reigniting your writing momentum
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Insight: You receive the insight of a professional editor and coach without having to commit to a long-term coaching package.
With a Manuscript Evaluation, you'll be well-prepared to elevate your story and know what to look for in your storytelling as you write on. Let's work together to ensure your manuscript shines!