Where are you on the writing journey?
As your AB Book Coach, I can coach you through the book writing process starting right where you are, conduct you through the book proposal process, educate you on big-picture issues related to writing and publishing, and help you decide on the best avenue for publication.
Idea
You have an idea rolling around in your head and heart, but don’t know how to get it on the page.
In Progress
You’ve started writing your book but need help with direction, next steps, and finishing the project.
Next Steps
Your book is written and you’re ready to move forward on the publishing journey.
AB Book Coaching Features
- Talk through your book idea with a mile-high eye looking at topic, genre, audience, publishing potential
- Help you think through content with regard to chapter structure and outline, sidebars, expert interviews, appendices, ancillary products and more
- Guide you through the book proposal process: one-sentence description, synopsis, audience, features and benefits, author bio, complementary titles, marketing and publicity strategies, chapter summaries and more
- Guide as you query agents and publishers
- Discuss publishing options based on your needs and budget: traditional house, custom publishing, e-book publishing, self-publishing
- Edit your book proposal, book chapters, one-sheet, query letters and more
- Hold you accountable as you reach toward your writing and publishing goals
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Knowledge
Help from a seasoned professional writer with deep knowledge of the publishing industry, its needs, and its idiosyncrasies
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Advice
Advice from a fellow writer who has written queries, book proposals, and books
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Connections
Connections in the Christian publishing and agenting industry
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Honesty
An honest yet compassionate guide through the book writing process
Publishing Coach
Six hour-long meetings during which we’ll talk through your book’s premise, audience, book proposal, and address your questions related to publishing and writing. I’ll offer honest feedback, encouragement, and help you set deadlines to get your book out into the world.
As your publishing coach, I’ll be by your side as you do the work of writing a book proposal, querying editors and agents, and choosing the best publishing option.
$600
Book Coach Level 1
Take your book to the next level within six months via twelve biweekly hour-long meetings during which we’ll discuss where your project is now and outline assignments to complete toward finishing the book.
Assignments can include writing chapters, conducting interviews, additional research, and addressing questions about chapter direction and purpose.
Good for those who have much of the book written but need that final push.
$1,200
Book Coach Level 2
You have an idea and have started outlining or writing, but need help with moving the book along in a timely manner. I’ll help you get across the finish line via weekly or bi-weekly meetings in which we’ll talk about the book’s audience and structure, consider how all elements fit together, and look at publishing options among other things.
I’ll give you assignments to complete such as revamping chapters, adding content, writing a book proposal, creating ancillary material, and more. Editing done upon request.
Good for those who have a book idea and have started the process, but need professional help moving forward.
Twelve meetings: $1,200
Twenty-Four meetings: $2,200
Additional hour-long meetings: $100/call
Book Boot Camp
Get your book written in less than a year!
Go from idea to completed manuscript in 10 months via bi-weekly meetings, aggressive writing assignments, accountability, and editing services.
Just the push you need to get that book out of your head and into the world.
$10,000
Publishing Coach
Six hour-long meetings during which we’ll talk through your book’s premise, audience, book proposal, and address your questions related to publishing and writing. I’ll offer honest feedback, encouragement, and help you set deadlines to get your book out into the world.
As your publishing coach, I’ll be by your side as you do the work of writing a book proposal, querying editors and agents, and choosing the best publishing option.
$600
Book Coach Level 1
Take your book to the next level within six months via twelve biweekly hour-long meetings during which we’ll discuss where your project is now and outline assignments to complete toward finishing the book.
Assignments can include writing chapters, conducting interviews, additional research, and addressing questions about chapter direction and purpose.
Good for those who have much of the book written but need that final push.
$1,200
Book Coach Level 2
You have an idea and have started outlining or writing, but need help with moving the book along in a timely manner. I’ll help you get across the finish line via weekly or bi-weekly meetings in which we’ll talk about the book’s audience and structure, consider how all elements fit together, and look at publishing options among other things.
I’ll give you assignments to complete such as revamping chapters, adding content, writing a book proposal, creating ancillary material, and more. Editing done upon request.
Good for those who have a book idea and have started the process, but need professional help moving forward.
Twelve meetings: $1,200
Twenty-four meetings: $2,200
Additional hour-long meetings: $100/call
Book Boot Camp
Get your book written in a year!
Go from idea to completed manuscript in 10 months via bi-weekly meetings, aggressive writing assignments, accountability, and editing services.
Just the push you need to get that book out of your head and into the world.
$10,000
A La Carte Services by the hour by the project
A La Carte Services by the hour by the project
I’ll create your book proposal and edit two sample chapters you provide. Includes up to three meetings and brief assignments for you to complete.
I’ll create your book proposal and edit two sample chapters you provide. Includes up to three meetings and brief assignments for you to complete.