SERVICES
* Choose between non-fiction and memoir.
DEFINE YOUR CENTRAL MESSAGE
Your Story Spine
INTRO OFFER
Here, we look into the point and purpose of your book idea. A detailed set of exercises will help you pull the vision for your book into focus. Then we have a coaching call to discuss its scope and commercial viability. This is a powerful clarification process that's hard to do, but sets you up in all the right ways for the work ahead: when well-defined, your 'story spine' acts as a guiding light as you move into the deeper work.
JUMP-STARTER PACKAGE
PDF guide, 2 x submission deadlines, editorial feedback & 1 x 90 min coaching call, 1 x 30 min follow-up call.
OUTLINE YOUR BOOK
Your Book Skeleton
OUTLINE YOUR BOOK in 12 sections
Here you'll be guided to create a detailed outline for your book, so that when it comes to writing your full manuscript, your thoughts are organised and all the important elements are defined in advance. This is like creating an architect's model before building the house: you can see the big picture and know exactly what you're doing before getting involved in minutiae and craft. Your writing then becomes swifter, more focused and more enjoyable to do.
3- or 6-MONTH COACHING INTENSIVE
Includes detailed PDF guide, submission deadlines, editorial feedback, 90-minute coaching calls, plus basic email and Whatsapp support.
CRAFT YOUR BOOK PROPOSAL
Your Book Proposal
50-80+ PAGE PROPOSAL for MEMOIR or NON-FICTION
If a traditional publishing route is your preference, this service will help you prepare a detailed, professional book proposal that captures your voice, style, story, authority and vision, to send out to literary agents and/or publishers. Working through the 8 essential components of a proposal, you will make a strong and convincing argument for your book, who it's for, why it's needed at this time, and how it fits alongside other books on the subject to contribute to a larger cultural conversation.
3- or 6-MONTH COACHING INTENSIVE
Includes detailed PDF guide, submission deadlines, editorial feedback, 90-minute coaching calls, and basic email and WhatsApp support.
WRITE YOUR MANUSCRIPT
Flesh Out Your Book
SUBMIT 10,000 WORDS PER MONTH
This service is for you if your have already worked with me on a coaching package, and are eager to embark on the writing of your long-form manuscript with support. A monthly retainer requiring a submission of 10,000 words will keep you moving forwards. You'll make 2 x fortnightly submissions, and I'll offer editorial feedback, ensuring that your narrative is on track. We'll end each month with a 90-minute check-in coaching call.
MONTHLY RETAINER (min. 3 month commitment.)
Includes 2 x monthly submission deadlines, 2 x detailed in-line notes and editorial letters, and 1 x 90-minute coaching call p/m.
DEVELOPMENTAL EDITING
Editing Packages
MANUSCRIPT ASSESSMENT or DEVELOPMENTAL EDIT
When you have finished a draft (or significant section) of your book, I provide developmental editing to address such issues as story, narrative drive, voice, reader engagement, and the arc of change you're offering your reader. I'll give you a big-picture editorial report on what's working and what isn't, with suggestions for improvements. If you choose a full developmental edit, you'll receive specific and actionable notes embedded all the way through your manuscript as well.
MANUSCRIPT ASSESSMENT or DEVELOPMENTAL EDIT
With detailed editorial notes, charged by wordcount.