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1:1 Book Coaching Sessions

— $150 USD

1 hour — includes advance reading of up to 5,000 words. These sessions offer flexible, personalized support for any stage of the writing or publishing process. Whatever you need most.

  • Chapter or scene troubleshooting

  • Query letter or synopsis critique

  • Craft questions

  • Publishing strategy (traditional or self-publishing)

  • Market positioning or comp selection

  • Big picture issues you want to talk through

Perfect for: writers who want a professional publishing perspective without committing to a full edit

SERVICES

Developmental Assessment — $0.015USD/word (0.01/each additional word over 90k)*

A high-level, big-picture editorial letter (5-7 pages) that pinpoints exactly what's working in your manuscript, what isn't, and the most effective opportunities for improvement.

Feedback covers:

  • Conflict & tension

  • Character development & motivation

  • Plot & pacing

  • Structure & arc progression

  • Voice & prose clarity

  • Marketing & positioning

  • Genre expectations & comps

  • BONUS: 1x coaching session following assessment delivery

Perfect for: writers who have a complete draft but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what's keeping their manuscript from reaching its full potential

Full Developmental Edit — $0.021 USD/word ($0.01 each additional word over 90k)*

A comprehensive, premium-level editorial experience. This service includes everything in the Developmental Assessment plus detailed, in-line commentary using tracked changes. You'll receive:

  • A 5-7 page developmental assessment

  • Margin notes through manuscript

  • Scene-level feedback and guidance

  • Notes on structure, pacing, character arcs, emotional beats, and clarity

  • A revision strategy tailored to your manuscript

  • BONUS: 3x coaching sessions after revision delivery

Perfect for: writers preparing to revise before querying agents or self-publishing who want the highest level of touchpoints throughout edits

Coaching Bundle 

— $375

For writers early in development or those seeking focused guidance. Includes:

  • 3x 1-hour coaching sessions at a discounted bundle rate

  • Up to 5,000 words read in advance of each session

  • Email follow-up summaries or next-step recommendations

Influencer

Accelerator Package 

— please inquire for pricing

For influencers looking to share their story in a new way with an existing audience and brand, this package offers life-cycle guidance from planning through to editing, and production/publishing support for your project or proposal:

  • Overview of publishing pathways (traditional, indie, or self-publishing)

  • Crash course in book structuring and outlining

  • Coaching and custom one-on-one support throughout writing process

  • Full Developmental Edit for your draft/proposal with a personalized revision plan

  • Support with book production and marketing (cover design guidance, formatting, etc.)

TIERED PACKAGES

* All prices reflect agent-level insight and story guidance. If your manuscript falls outside of standard parameters, addition fees may be required. Pricing will be confirmed when your inquiry is received by our team.

**Pricing and rates based on industry averages. You can find out more at https://www.the-efa.org/rates/

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