For many writers, mentoring or coaching from an experienced author can make the difference between an unfinished manuscript and a published book. A mentor will help to guide and encourage you towards success.
Mentoring can take many forms. It can be a one-off meeting or an ongoing relationship. It can be a conversation, or a chance to get feedback on a specific piece of work. It can be an opportunity to ask questions, to discuss any problems you might be having, or to think with an experienced writer about an idea. Mentoring is tailored to the needs of the writer, and I'll meet those needs as best I can.
Mentoring can take many forms. It can be a one-off meeting or an ongoing relationship. It can be a conversation, or a chance to get feedback on a specific piece of work. It can be an opportunity to ask questions, to discuss any problems you might be having, or to think with an experienced writer about an idea. Mentoring is tailored to the needs of the writer, and I'll meet those needs as best I can.
What to expect
SINGLE MEETING
A mentoring meeting lasts for either an hour or ninety minutes, as agreed in advance. They will usually take place online, but in-person meetings are possible, if geography allows.
The structure and content of a meeting is largely up to you. Do you have questions about the publishing process or how to get an agent? Do you need some reassurance and encouragement in order to keep writing? Do you want to discuss your current work-in-progress? Just let me know beforehand what you're looking for, and I'll come prepared.
I include preparation time in the cost of each meeting, and it's very helpful for me to read a short piece of your work before we meet. I can also offer feedback on longer work during our meeting, but this will require additional reading and preparation time. Mentoring can be combined with editing or written feedback, if that's what you're looking for.
The structure and content of a meeting is largely up to you. Do you have questions about the publishing process or how to get an agent? Do you need some reassurance and encouragement in order to keep writing? Do you want to discuss your current work-in-progress? Just let me know beforehand what you're looking for, and I'll come prepared.
I include preparation time in the cost of each meeting, and it's very helpful for me to read a short piece of your work before we meet. I can also offer feedback on longer work during our meeting, but this will require additional reading and preparation time. Mentoring can be combined with editing or written feedback, if that's what you're looking for.
TWO OR MORE MEETINGS
Ideally, mentoring or coaching is not just a one-off. It's an ongoing relationship.
Having multiple meetings with a mentor can make the process even more rewarding. Do you need somebody to accompany you as you write, reading your work as you go? Or do you want someone with whom you can throw ideas around and see how they develop? Do you need some ongoing assistance, in order to keep to your schedule? Mentoring can help with all of this and more.
While you're welcome to book your meetings one at a time, as and when you need them, I do offer a discount for multiple meetings booked together (dates and times do not need to be fixed at the time of booking). If you think you might want two or more meetings, I'm also happy to meet you online for a short, introductory chat, for free, before you commit.
Having multiple meetings with a mentor can make the process even more rewarding. Do you need somebody to accompany you as you write, reading your work as you go? Or do you want someone with whom you can throw ideas around and see how they develop? Do you need some ongoing assistance, in order to keep to your schedule? Mentoring can help with all of this and more.
While you're welcome to book your meetings one at a time, as and when you need them, I do offer a discount for multiple meetings booked together (dates and times do not need to be fixed at the time of booking). If you think you might want two or more meetings, I'm also happy to meet you online for a short, introductory chat, for free, before you commit.
Prices
The essence of mentoring is flexibility. It is a bespoke process, so costs vary. The key factor in determining that cost, however, is preparation time. I include some preparation time in the price of each meeting, but if you would like me to read something longer in advance of our conversation then the cost will increase. I will always let you know of the cost in advance of the meeting.
Below you will find the standard prices for online mentoring. These should be suitable for most writers, but if you'd like something a little different, just get in touch for a quote.
Below you will find the standard prices for online mentoring. These should be suitable for most writers, but if you'd like something a little different, just get in touch for a quote.
One 60-minute meeting (plus 30 minutes of preparation) £130 Two or more 60-minute meetings (plus 30 minutes of preparation for each) £120 each Additional preparation will cost around £25 per 10k words to be read. Get in touch for confirmation. |
One 90-minute meeting (plus 45 minutes of preparation) £175 Two or more 90-minute meetings (plus 45 minutes of preparation for each) £160 each |