Work With a Certified Book Coach
Do you have an idea for a novel but don’t know how to develop it into a manuscript that can compete in today’s publishing landscape?
Have you written a first draft but don’t know how to take it to the next level? Or have you queried your book unsuccessfully and have no clue what to do next?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, book coaching might be for you.
What is a book coach?
A book coach supports a writer at different stages of the writing process, from developing an idea to polishing a first draft to help with pitching to literary agents. They offer guidance and support, training you to become a better writer and gain confidence in the craft.
Why choose me as your book coach?
My name is Delise Torres, and I’m a Puerto Rican author and certified book coach through Author Accelerator. Since I started writing in 2015, I’ve helped multiple writers strengthen their stories, either as a beta reader, critique partner, mentor, and/or coach. These writers have varied from first-timers to published authors, from those with messy first drafts to those with polished manuscripts.
When I first started writing, I had no idea what I was doing, which led me to write a manuscript that did’t work and had to, ultimately, set aside. I know first hand how hard it is to write a novel that can compete in today’s market.
I want to serve female writers because I believe women’s stories are essential during the current times we are living, especially the stories of marginalized women. I want my clients to achieve a finished product that can stand out in the marketplace and reflects their vision and their message.
We may be a good match if:
- You write commercial contemporary women’s fiction and/or romance
- You need help with structure, character arc, and creating a propulsive plot.
- You want to bring your book to market, either through self-publishing, traditional publishing, or a mix of both
- You’ve worked with critique groups or beta readers, and have experience receiving feedback on your writing
- You’ve been writing for a while, you know how challenging it can be and need help to take your writing to the next level.
- You want a better way to plan and outline your book idea before you start writing to save yourself headaches later on in the process.
What you can expect:
- A supportive partner for your project
- Honest, objective feedback
- A boost in the confidence that you can bring your idea and vision to life
- Increased knowledge on the most important elements of story: character, plot, and stakes.
Note: Book coaching does not guarantee that your book will be published or be successful on the market.
Testimonials:
"The direction I received from Delise was priceless! She helped me rethink and improve the strength of my manuscript. Delise's enthusiasm for my story and her advice elevated my writing. Thanks to her, I'm confident my story could sit on the same shelf as other bestsellers."
“My manuscript suffered from various diseases—genre identity, unclear theme, and a weak character arc, just being the tip of the iceberg. Delise not only pointed me in the right direction but also provided me with the tools and a concrete course of action.
Joanna Jelen
WFWA Mentee
My Book Coaching Packages
Develop your story idea
The goal of this package is to lay a strong foundation for your book before you start writing your first draft.
Using Author Accelerator’s Blueprint for a Book System, we’ll dig deep into the fundamentals of your story: your reason for writing it, your ideal reader, the message you are trying to convey, and your protagonist. With the help of the Inside Outline you’ll develop a cause-and-effect trajectory with scenes that tie into the point you’re trying to make.
By the conclusion of this package, you’ll have a clearer idea of your story’s main theme and an outline of the most important scenes that will best showcase it.
This package includes:
- A pdf download of Blueprint for a Book by Jennie Nash and an answer sheet for you to fill out.
- Two rounds of revision on your completed answer sheet, which include an editorial letter and a 1-hour coaching call.
Price: $699
Additional deadlines: $299 each
Hook Readers With Your Opening Pages
The goal of this package is to lay a strong foundation for your book before you start writing your first draft.
Using Author Accelerator’s Blueprint for a Book System, we’ll dig deep into the fundamentals of your story: your reason for writing it, your ideal reader, the message you are trying to convey, and your protagonist. With the help of the Inside Outline you’ll develop a cause-and-effect trajectory with scenes that tie into the point you’re trying to make.
By the conclusion of this package, you’ll have a clearer idea of your story’s main theme and an outline of the most important scenes that will best showcase it.
Price: $299
Ensure Your Manuscript Reflects Your Vision
The goal of this package is to ensure that your manuscript shows a clear and consistent journey for your protagonist, using an effective cause-and-effect trajectory leading to the inevitable climax and a satisfying conclusion.
I’ll evaluate your full manuscript for big-picture items like character arc, plot and stakes. Is the point you’re trying to make coming through? Is it clear and consistent throughout?
By the conclusion of this package, you’ll have the confidence that your story reflects your vision and if it doesn’t, a practical guide on how to make that a reality.
This package includes:
- A copy of Author Accelerator’s Mini Blueprint worksheet for you to fill out in order to get an overview of your story’s main theme.
- An editorial letter
- A one-hour coaching call to discuss feedback and next steps.
Price: $499 (manuscript no greater than 80K words)
$5 extra for every additional 1K words
Interested in working with me?
Then schedule a 30-min discovery call to talk about your project and needs!