Writing a book
is blasted hard sometimes
Some days the muse behaves, and the words pour out of you.
Other days your muse scowls, gives you three words in three hours, and stalks off to complain about you to their muse friends.
Sometimes, you can’t seem to get started at all. Or you can only write in tiny bits between your day job, or family commitments.
Editing + accountability is a bespoke book coaching service designed to support you as you turn the idea you love into a full manuscript.
No more staring at the blank page, wondering how to make this book happen.
Editing + accountability is a unique combination of:
Editorial feedback to make sure your plot and prose are both working as they should.
Coaching to tackle mindset and confidence issues.
Goal setting and accountability to keep you on track.
Brainstorming and plot wrangling to move you through those rough patches.
Good old fashioned cheerleading to keep you feeling motivated and positive.
(Suitable for fiction or nonfiction.)
No matter where you are in the process, I can meet you there and help you move forward.
There’s a coaching package with your name on if:
You can’t seem to get started
You’ve started, but it feels like carrying the One Ring up Mount Doom
You’re struggling with time management, confidence, or staying focused
You keep getting stuck on That One Point and not making progress
You love your book but you’re still struggling to get the words down
Sometimes, you just need someone who gets it
Your non-writer friends and family don’t understand what you’re doing, or why.
They don’t get what it feels like when your characters won’t behave, or the outline makes as much sense as a jigsaw with most of the pieces missing.
I understand. As an editor, I help my clients with plot and character wrangles because I know how to untangle even the thorniest books. As a writer, I know what it’s like.
The result? You get the practical help and encouragement you need to get you unstuck.
How does it work?
I know this is the part where I’m supposed to tell you what to expect. But we’ve only just met and honestly I think it would be hecking rude of me to assume I know what support you need.
That’s why I suggest we start with a relaxed no-obligation chat so I can learn more about you and your book. After that, if you’d like to work together, I’ll put together a package designed just for you.
We’ll agree on how often to meet, and the speed you want to work at. We can design a package with definable milestones, or we can work a little more freestyle if that suits you better.
There’s no such thing as advice that works for every author
Many of my clients are neurodivergent or mental health wranglers (I’m autistic and guess what? Writing and stories are my special interest and have been since I was five.)
Why does that matter? Because standard writing advice or coaching often doesn’t work for our community. We need more flexibility and a more individual approach. That means you need a writing coach who’s ready to listen to what you need, and believe you.
Some of the things I’ve worked on with clients include:
Brainstorming and mapping out each section together.
Hands-on practical help honing their craft.
Mindset and the energy and vision behind your book.
Getting that messy first draft done.
Refining chapter-by-chapter as we go.
Providing weekly or even daily accountability and reminders to keep them on track.
I tailor each package to fit your goals, and your unique way of thinking and writing. You can see some sample packages below to give you an idea of time commitment and fees.
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Spark - for when you need to get unstuck quickly
A hour long one-off session to get you unstuck. Whether you’re trying to hash out an idea, or one particular plot point has you frustrated, let’s get together and get you free.
In one hour we can cover:
A specific plot point or character arc
Brainstorming the overall plot
Tightening your writing for better flow and readability
Tackling a writing habit you know you want to break such as tellings vs showing or too many filler words
Showing up and saying “I’m stuck Allie, help me!” is also valid. I’ll put my thinking cap on and together we’ll get you moving forward.
We’ll identify action steps you can take after our call, and I’ll follow up with you a week later to see how you’re getting on.
The fee includes an editorial review of up to 3000 words. After our call you’ll receive an email summarising the main points, and the action steps.
Investment: $75 USD
Magic - ongoing support
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We’ll agree on the amount of feedback and number of calls that would best support you.
For example:
Two calls a month and editorial feedback on up to 5000 words for an investment of $350 USD monthly
A weekly call and editorial feedback on up to 8000 words each month for an investment of $550 USD monthly
A weekly call and hands-on editing and tweaking on up to 8000 words each month, plus unlimited email check ins and reminders for an investment of $750 USD monthly.
Alchemy - for authors who are ready for deep transformation
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Alchemy is a deep, immersive experience that goes beyond simply writing a book. We start out with a meditation and energy work session, including a card reading to put you in touch with your creativity. You’ll receive:
A personalized meditation to listen to whenever you need to tap your creative well
A report and pictures from your reading
A hand-picked care package of some of my favourite crystals, incense and other goodies to nurture your creative soul
After that? The magic truly begins. We’ll meet regularly for a minimum of six months. We can meet weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. Whatever suits your process best.
I’ll provide in-depth editorial feedback along the way.
Every month we’ll start our call with a card reading a meditation session to tune you in to your creative spirit.
We’ll figure out the speed and flow of working together that best supports you.
You’ll have unlimited access to me via email and Voxer between calls.
This is about so much more than writing a book. This is about getting into deep, intimate conversation with the creativity inside you, all while getting the support you need to write your book.
Alchemy changes you on a fundamental level. You’ll find out how brilliantly creative you are, and what you’re capable of. You won’t just have a finished manuscript at the end of it. You’ll have renewed confidence in your ability to show up for yourself, and commit to bringing your dream book into reality.
Investment starts at $950 USD monthly depending on the number of calls and level of feedback that suit you.
Let’s keep it simple
I know you don’t want to be locked in to long contracts. Maybe you’ve even been burned by that kind of thing before.
With each package, you pay a monthly fee at the start of your month (month periods can start anywhere, not just on the 1st of the month.) I don’t offer “discounts” for paying ahead then price gouge you if you want to spread payments.
When you pay for a month of editing + accountability, you’re paying to book out time on my calendar. As such, I can’t offer refunds. However you can roll your session forward twice if need be.
Please note that because Alchemy includes a physical care package and longer welcome call, two months deposit is required.