COACHING
You Write.
I Guide.
Professional scaffolding for authors who want to write it themselves—without getting lost in the process.
Writing a memoir takes more than inspiration—it takes structure. With coaching, you do the writing while I provide the framework, accountability, and feedback to keep you moving. You stay the author; I make sure the story holds together and becomes a book worth finishing.
Blueprint Development
Laying the foundation saves months of frustration later. In four to six weeks, we clarify your premise, themes, structure, and market positioning—so you avoid false starts, gain confidence, and build a plan that makes finishing your memoir far more likely.
Story Excavation Sessions (3 x 2–3 hours): We dig into your experiences, memories, and anecdotes to surface the raw material that matters most.
Central Premise: We distill your memoir into a one-sentence statement that clarifies whose story it is, what’s at stake, and why it matters.
Narrative Structure: We decide whether your book will unfold chronologically, thematically, or around pivotal moments—so the story has shape and momentum.
Chapter-by-Chapter Outline: Together we sketch a working roadmap of chapters, each with a clear purpose and relationship to the larger arc.
Themes and Takeaways: We identify 3–5 big ideas that will thread through the book, ensuring your story carries consistent meaning and impact.
Market Positioning: We define the audience and unique value proposition—what makes your memoir stand out in a crowded market.
What You Leave With
A story blueprint that organizes your strongest material into a coherent framework.
A chapter outline that eliminates guesswork and keeps you on track as you write.
A clear sense of themes and takeaways that will give your story weight and focus.
A market positioning brief that shows you exactly who your book is for and why it will matter to them.
The confidence that comes from knowing you have a solid foundation—and aren’t just winging it.
Timeline & Investment
Timeline: 4–6 weeks
Typical Investment: $12,500–$15,000
Outcome: Clarity on your story’s heart, structure, and audience—plus the confidence and direction to start writing with purpose.
Start-to-Finish Coaching
Writing a memoir can feel endless without structure. Over six to twelve months, I provide accountability, chapter-by-chapter feedback, and course corrections in real time—so your draft doesn’t stall halfway but grows steadily into a complete, coherent manuscript you’re proud to finish.
Extended Interviews + Transcripts: We continue digging into your story in depth, producing transcripts you can draft from—so you’re never facing a blank page cold.
Detailed Outline with Chapter Summaries: We expand your Blueprint into a more detailed roadmap, giving each chapter a defined purpose, turning point, and thematic role.
Chapter-by-Chapter Reviews: As you draft, I review each chapter, offering feedback on structure, pacing, voice, and emotional impact—ensuring the book stays coherent and compelling.
Course Corrections in Real Time: If your story veers off track or a new theme emerges, we adjust the outline so the book grows stronger as it evolves.
Final Manuscript Review: Once you complete your draft, I provide comprehensive notes on structure, themes, and readability—so you’re positioned for a smooth next step, whether that’s developmental editing, doctoring, or straight into publishing.
Ongoing Accountability + Email Support: Regular check-ins and feedback keep you moving forward, even through the inevitable rough patches.
What You Leave With
A full first draft of your memoir—completed, coherent, and ready for further refinement.
A stronger command of your voice and narrative style, honed through guided practice.
The confidence that comes from finishing a book-length project with professional guidance.
A manuscript that captures not just what happened, but the themes and lessons that will resonate with readers—and with your family or community for years to come.
Timeline & Investment
Timeline: 6–12 months
Typical Investment: $25,000–$30,000
Outcome: Momentum, accountability, and professional feedback from start to finish—so you don’t just start writing, you actually finish the book you set out to write.
The True Value of Expertise
Coaching isn’t about pep talks—it’s about momentum, structure, and the occasional reality check. You write the book; I make sure it’s worth the effort, the paper, and your name on the cover.