Whether you are writing a novel, memoir or nonfiction, a Book coach helps authors with the writing, publishing and marketing of their books. In case you wonder about the difference between memoir and nonfiction, here’s a short hand.

A memoir is a promise from the writer to their reader that the story they are telling is true as best as they remember it. The focus is on the writer’s journey.
A nonfiction or how-to book, even if the writers tells how they themselves learned something, the book focuses on the reader who will transform by reading the book.

A First Step – $399

In depth feedback on your book idea:

In-line feedback on your first two chapters. (20 pages or 6000 words max.)
60 minutes 1 on 1 coaching call discussing the feedback and your next steps.

You’ll walk away with a good idea of where you are in the process and you will have clear next steps to move forward.

Michaela worked with me at the planning stages for a new novel, showing a thorough understanding and genuine care for the direction my narrative was taking. Her thoughtful comments and insightful questions led me to develop a much stronger plan. As a kind and supportive book coach, she sees to the heart of the story. I highly recommend Michaela’s book coaching services.

Liisa Kovala Author & Book Coach

B for Blueprint – $999

Laying the foundation for your book with a proven method.

Comprehensive written editorial feedback
Support on each of the fourteen steps of the blueprint.
Three Coaching calls to discuss the book project as it evolves.

C for Comfort – $1499

Ongoing support and feedback over ten weeks to keep you on a deadline. This package provides accountability, motivation, and clear next steps for each assignment.

You submit ten fresh pages or 3000 words every other week.
Extensive editorial feedback
In-line edits on your submissions.
Four one-hour coaching calls to discuss your book and your next steps.

I’ve been working on my memoir for years. My collection of essays, reflecting my jumbled life living across five countries on three continents, has been transformed thanks to Michaela's challenging questions and concise feedback. I wish I’d had Michaela as a book coach when I wrote my first novel.

Deborah J Goemans Author of The Amaranth Bloom

D for Developmental edit – $2499

This is for you when you have received lots of notes from beta readers. When you have chapter drafts that are not holding together.

Comprehensive editorial coverage on your manuscript (40,000 to 70,000 words).
high level overview on what works and what doesn’t.
chapter-by-chapter notes
60 minutes coaching call to discuss your book and your next steps.

Free discovery call

Schedule a free half-hour call and tell me about your writing.

E for Manuscript evaluation – $1999

High-level analysis of your manuscript (40,000-70,000 words).

Extensive editorial feedback (about ten pages).
evaluation of genre, story, structure
60 minutes coaching call to discuss your book and your next steps.

You already know what you want and can’t wait to get started. Then go ahead and tell me about you and your project. As soon as I have reviewed your information I will get in touch with you.

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