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Services

As you embark on your creative journey, I would be honored to walk the path alongside you. I have a range of services to meet you at the various stages of the creative journey and levels of desired investment.

I believe that meaningful support at the right time in your journey can make all the difference.

The creative journey is full of crossroads, moments of fear and self-doubt, and so much uncertainty. As a trusted mentor and guide, I can help turn you back to your own intuition. I can create grounded space while you are uncertain, and help hold the vision when it feels foggy. Instead of tearing everything down, we lead with what is already working and build on that. This is a space where you can feel your emotions, experience kind presence, and ultimately reach your goals.

 

Below are the current ways that you can work with me 1-on-1.​ These range from short feedback sessions to long-term support. Note: I do not offer proofreading, copyediting, formatting, agenting, or publishing services.

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Manuscript Evaluation


You’ve written a book—but now you need perspective. In this in-depth service, I read your full manuscript and meet with you for a 2-hour feedback session to unpack everything I see: what’s working, what needs strengthening, and how to approach revision with intention. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of your story’s structure, themes, pacing, and character arcs—plus a recording of our conversation so you can revisit it anytime. Option to add a written evaluation for an additional fee.

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Price:

Under 20k words: $1000

20k-40k words: $1200

40k-60k words: $1400

60k - 80k words: $1600

80k - 100k words: $1800

100k - 120k words: $2000

120k - 140k words: $2200

140k - 160k words: $2400

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For word counts above 160k, an additional $200 will be added per 20k range.

Drafting Support

 

Writing a first draft is a wild, vulnerable, and often lonely process—but you don't have to do it alone. This writing coaching service gives you sustained support while you build momentum and bring your book to life. We'll start with a strategy session to map out the path forward depending on your needs. 

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There are 2 levels of support available, with an optional Voxer add-on for both:

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  • Basic Support - Two private coaching meetings a month. Perfect if you want accountability, strategy, and coaching without sharing your pages between sessions. 

  • Feedback Support - Two private coaching meetings a month plus in-depth feedback on your draft pages between sessions. Ideal if you want a second set of eyes to help you course-correct as you go.

  • Voxer Add-On - Support Monday–Friday in the Voxer app for in-the-moment support, encouragement, and problem-solving.

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These are available in packages of 1 month, 3 months, or 6 months.

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Price:

Basic Support: $800/month

Feedback Support: $1000/month

Voxer Add-On: $500/month

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Outline Feedback Session

 

​If you’re not sure whether your outline is working—or you’re staring at a pile of puzzle pieces with no idea how they connect—this session is for you. In this 90-minute intensive, we’ll look at your current outline together, identify what’s strong, spot what’s missing, and rework what’s unclear. I’ll help you brainstorm possibilities, simplify your structure, and walk away with clarity and direction for your next steps. Whether you’re stuck or just want validation before you start drafting, this session gives you the insight you need to move forward with confidence.

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Price: 

​$500

Collaborative Outlining

 

You have the stories, the ideas, and the message. But making sense of them all on the page? That’s the hard part. In this personalized outlining experience, we’ll move through three key phases—Discover, Expansion, and Organization—to develop a clear, aligned structure that reflects your voice and goals. By the end, you won’t just have an outline—you’ll have a foundation that honors your voice and keeps your writing grounded, aligned, and on track.

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  • Simple Project (up to 8 sessions) - For linear memoirs, personal storytelling, or practical nonfiction.

  • Complex Project (up to 12 sessions) - For layered timelines, mixed formats, or concept-heavy nonfiction.

 

Not sure which fits your book? Fill out the contact form with your project details and I can let you know.

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Price: ​

Simple Project - $3,600

Complex Project - $5,400

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Collaborative Revision

 

For those who have finished their first draft and already done a Manuscript Evaluation with me, this partnership during revision will help you implement the feedback you received and take your book to the next level. Fill out the form to receive more details about this service.

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Ghostwriting

 

For clients with a powerful story to tell—but not the time, bandwidth, or desire to write it alone—I offer a collaborative ghostwriting experience designed to bring your ideas, memories, and voice to life. Our process begins with in-depth conversations that uncover the heart of what you want to say. From there, I take the lead in shaping your narrative into a compelling, well-structured manuscript—one that sounds like you and honors your vision. You’ll have the chance to review and respond to each draft as we go, so the final result is something you can feel proud to put your name on.​

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Ghostwriting projects are deeply collaborative and vary widely in scope. I take on a limited number of these each year. Most full-length projects fall between $25,000–$60,000, depending on the level of involvement and support required, and take 6-18 months to complete. For more details, fill out the form below.

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Ready for the next step?

If you know that this is what you've been looking for, reach out to me using the form below. The more details that you offer, the better I can determine if we would be a good fit. I can't wait to hear from you.

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