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.
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Chapter or scene troubleshooting
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Query letter or synopsis critique
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Craft questions
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Publishing strategy (traditional or self-publishing)
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Market positioning or comp selection
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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:
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Conflict & tension
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Character development & motivation
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Plot & pacing
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Structure & arc progression
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Voice & prose clarity
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Marketing & positioning
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Genre expectations & comps
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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:
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A 5-7 page developmental assessment
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Margin notes through manuscript
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Scene-level feedback and guidance
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Notes on structure, pacing, character arcs, emotional beats, and clarity
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A revision strategy tailored to your manuscript
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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:
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3x 1-hour coaching sessions at a discounted bundle rate
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Up to 5,000 words read in advance of each session
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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:
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Overview of publishing pathways (traditional, indie, or self-publishing)
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Crash course in book structuring and outlining
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Coaching and custom one-on-one support throughout writing process
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Full Developmental Edit for your draft/proposal with a personalized revision plan
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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/