Are you a fiction writer struggling to finish your manuscript?
I help beginner writers
confidently finish
a polished draft of
their novel.
Sound like you?
I’m a certified book coach and developmental editor and I can help.
I specialise in upmarket fiction*
and romance fiction.
I particularly love supporting writers who
have depression and anxiety (like me!).
*Read superstar Literary Agent Carly Watters’ great explanation of the difference between upmarket, commercial and literary fiction!
How can I help?
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Transform Your Manuscript
My developmental editing service will improve the structure, character development and impact of your draft novel.
I read your full draft and then provide in-line comments on your manuscript and a comprehensive editorial letter that highlights your manuscript's strengths and identifies areas for improvement, alongside actionable advice to enhance your writing. We’ll also have a 90-minute video call to discuss my feedback in detail, ensuring you have clarity on your next steps. Additionally, I can offer extra resources to help you finesse your writing skills.
I’ll work with you in a friendly, collaborative way to understand your vision and provide clear, practical feedback. Picture having a supportive partner to help you refine your writing, so that you can confidently finish your novel.
Sounds great right!
The price for this service is £0.025 per word ($0.035 per word) or £2000 ($2600) for an 80,000 manuscript.
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Finish Your Manuscript
Enhance your skills as a fiction writer and make progress with your manuscript with my monthly one-on-one coaching. I’ll be your dedicated partner to help you navigate your story ideas, set goals, and celebrate your successes. Whether you need help with plot, character development or writing motivation, our sessions will be tailored to your unique needs.
I’ll give you expert feedback and practical advice so that you can create a compelling story and enjoy your writing routine.
You’ll submit work to me twice a month, which I’ll read and provide detailed feedback on. Then we’ll have two 60 minute calls a month to discuss your writing, my feedback and decide next steps.
Join me for personalised accountability coaching and turn your writing dreams into a writing practice.
This package costs £1,500 ($1,950) for 3 months, ensuring significant progress in the draft of your novel.
You love books and you want to love writing…
Do you feel completely lost in your current draft? Do you desperately want a second set of eyes on your work? I CAN HELP!😃
I can help you by sharing what I’ve learnt as an Author Accelerator certified book coach and developmental editor, a secondary school English Teacher and a booklover📚❤️ who battles with depression and anxiety.
With my encouragement and advice you’ll gain confidence, finish a draft you’re proud of and build a writing practice you love.I believe in you!
Kit Erikson, Better Than Sex (Out October 2024!)
“Emma helped me identify blind spots in my character development, plot holes that I had overlooked, and aspects of my story that needed further development. She was a joy to work with.”
Kate Scott
“After Emma’s feedback, I’m confident that the core of my story is solid.”
FAQs
What is a book coach?
As your book coach, I’ll provide you with practical feedback and tough love as you work toward completing a strong draft of your novel. I am not a therapist! But, I will encourage you and believe in you. Our time together will help you build confidence in your writing, tackle edits, and develop a solid writing practice.
How do I know if I’m ready for a book coach or developmental editor?
Not sure if your story idea is really a solid idea? Or if your draft is ready for a developmental edit? I’d be happy to talk it through in a FREE 15-minute discovery call. No obligation to book my services! I love talking to writers, so it would make my day regardless. And I want you to be completely sure before making this investment.
What is a developmental edit?
In a developmental edit of a fiction manuscript, I thoroughly review structure, character development, plot, and themes, without correcting grammar or typos. My goal is to align your manuscript with your vision and help you create a compelling story. I provide feedback through in-line comments on your manuscript and a detailed, actionable editorial letter.
Where will we meet?
I hold all my calls on Zoom. I can record our calls and make them available to you after each session, if you’d like. And I always send a post-call email summarising our discussion. You’ll also receive written feedback for the submissions you provide me.
What do you specialise in?
I work with beginner fiction writers who are writing upmarket fiction and/or romance. Those are broad categories! So, I’ll add that I specialise in stories with a core message or theme, strong characters and considered writing. If you want those elements to be core to your writing, then get in touch!
I’m interested, but I have questions?
We can have a FREE 15-minute discovery call to see if we're a good match. On this call I can answer any questions you have and give you more details about how we can work together.