Book Coaching Services
If you’ve struggled to write a novel because of perfectionism, you can absolutely overcome your mindset blocks and accomplish your dream. But you will have to change your approach.
I can help you create new writing habits and thought patterns to break down your perfectionism while you craft a compelling novel. To overcome perfectionism—or the strategies you’ve employed to avoid failure and shame—you need clear goals and plans, structure to keep you accountable and build up yourself trust, a process that emphasizes learning over mastery, and encouragement from someone who’s been there to keep you going when it feels too hard.
I’ve got you covered!
All of the packages below include mindset coaching—based on the coaching I’ve received that helped me overcome perfectionism—to move you past your biggest blocks.
I have an idea for a story, but I’m not sure it’s is compelling or developed enough
Story Clarity Consultation
If you seem to run out of steam in the drafting phase it might be due to underdeveloped ideas. This consultation will make sure your story idea is compelling and thoroughly planned from the start.
This includes:
A story questionnaire you complete
Written feedback on your characters, themes, and premise, as well as suggestions for improvement
A 30-minute call to discuss questions and determine next steps.
$99
I want to write a book, I have an idea, but I know I need help planning
Book basics
I’ll help you develop your story from square one, setting the foundation for you to write forward. At the end of this package, you will have a thorough outline and a plan for your novel.
This includes:
A Blueprint for a Book guide to help you clarify your idea and plan your novel—more than 16 exercises to guide you through character development, story structure, and plot development
Weekly review and feedback on Blueprint for a Book exercise
Weekly 45-minute Zoom calls to help you refine your story idea
Receive a discount on your first three months of coaching when you start here!
$750
I’ve tried to write a novel, but I usually give up. I need help with the writing process.
Ongoing Book Coaching
Start from chapter one with this monthly coaching package.
This includes:
Review of and feedback on your story idea and outline
Weekly writing deadlines with feedback on your pages and guidance for next steps
Weekly 30-minute call or a bi-monthly one hour call to discuss feedback, ask questions, and plan for the next deadline
$600 per month (three-month minimum)
$500 for the first three months after book basics
The draft is done! I’m ready to edit! So now what do I do?
Manuscript evaluation
I’ll evaluate your full manuscript from a developmental perspective.
This includes:
Review of story elements such as structure, pacing, narrative arc, and character development.
A five-page (or more) editorial letter providing my feedback and suggestions
A one-hour call to discuss questions and make a revision plan
In-line comments for the first two chapters ($50 add-on)
$1000
You’ve always wanted to write a novel, but could a perfectionist mindset keep you from finishing your book?
Perfectionism might not be what you think it is.
If you’ve ever felt like you might not be smart, creative, or talented enough to write a novel, the real culprit holding you back might be a perfectionist mindset. The way perfectionism manifests will surprise you because it doesn’t mean that you strive to do things perfectly. It’s a strategy to avoid imperfection and rejection.
If this is starting to sound like you, the first step to overcoming perfectionism so you can write your novel is to learn more about it. This guide explains:
What perfectionism is
What it isn’t
How it shows up in your writing
And how you can begin to change
What People Are Saying
“Heather provided invaluable support as I prepared to send my novel to agents. She was endlessly positive and informative, deftly refining my submission materials and providing instructions and advice. She was a true advocate—she really "got" my book and cared about helping it find an agent who would as well. And best of all, she explained the reasons for everything she suggested, demystifying an otherwise intimidating process. Working with Heather made the terrifying prospect of exposing my work to the world seem completely doable.”
— Erica Saltzman
