Brigette keeps her feedback specific and, most importantly, keeps it positive and encouraging. I’m actually excited to edit, and I never thought I could say that!
Kerry C.
Editing has been around as long as writing. Book coaching is relatively new, but is currently one of the fastest-growing services for writers. Many consultants offer both editing and coaching, often in combination.
The need for editing is obvious. If you’re self-publishing, you don’t want to release a book with plot holes, too little conflict, awkwardly phrased sentences, or errors in grammar and punctuation. If you’re seeking an agent to pursue traditional publication, those weaknesses can consign your manuscript to the slush pile.
The benefits of coaching are less obvious, but can be just as significant. If you never finish your book, there’s nothing to edit, nothing to submit to agents, nothing to publish. And the sad fact is that a lot of aspiring novelists never reach those two glorious words, The End.
Not every writer trips over the same obstacles, but most of us get derailed by something at some point in our writing lives. Coaching can help you identify why you aren’t writing consistently and productively. Sometimes simply having a coach who’s waiting for your pages is enough to overcome those impediments and excuses.
Services Offered
Services are available for writers at every stage of the writing journey.
- If your manuscript is complete, edited, polished, and you’re ready to query agents, feedback is available for the query letter or for the complete submission package of query, synopsis, and first chapter(s).
- If it’s complete but not yet ready to query, I offer a manuscript evaluation and full developmental edit, with or without line and copy edits. (The different types of editing are explained here.)
- If your book is still a work in progress, I offer feedback on partial drafts and coaching with weekly submission of pages, feedback, and follow-up calls. Customized plans are available to provide the accountability of regular deadlines, or more flexible arrangements that offer feedback and moral support with less structure.
Click on the services below for details and pricing:
I liked my book before I sent it to Brigette. After receiving her feedback and making the suggested edits, I absolutely love my book.
Violet S.
No matter where you are in your writing journey, I offer a free sample edit of 1,000 words
and a 15 minute follow up Zoom call to see if we’re a good fit.
My Qualifications
I’ve pushed through to THE END and completed three novels, received feedback, revised, pitched and queried agents. I’ve had requests for partial or full manuscripts from multiple literary agents. The novel for which I’m seeking representation is a finalist in both the Women’s Fiction Writers Association (WFWA) 2020 Rising Star Award, and the Tall Poppy Writers 2020 Popstar Writing Contest. I currently serve as Workshop Chair for the WFWA.
I have a Ph.D. in history from the University of Southern California. As a teacher (K-12 and university), an editor in various government jobs, a private consultant, a participant in writing groups and workshops, and a critique partner, I’ve provided feedback to hundreds of writers. Read what some of them have to say about my editing and manuscript evaluation.
Schedule a free sample edit of 1,000 words and 15 minute follow up by phone or Zoom.
Whether we work together or not, I wish you the best on your writing journey. You may find the resources on my blog useful—posts on the craft of writing, information about pitching, querying and publishing, as well as motivation and support. Links to other sites can be found on the Resources for Writers page. If you’d like to receive my quarterly newsletter, please subscribe below.