One-on-One Coaching is the most desirable writing instruction available. It is also the most time consuming. It requires trust and a mutual understanding of the project. In individualized coaching, both the writer and coach's goals should align. To achieve this and create the best product possible, the writing coach needs to know the author's skills, expectations, and goals for the project.
Prospective attendees will fill out a short intake form when they sign up and provide their manuscript or rough draft (or another 5,000 word writing sample for the Start from Scratch coaching package). Over the next four to five days, the writing coach will review the author's responses and the first 5,000 words of the manuscript. Attendees will then meet with the coach in a free 30-minute video conference, where the coach will offer insights about their observations, improvements needed, and the writing project's potential.
If their goals align, One-on-One Coaching will commence after the initial coaching payment is made.
Time Frames for One-on-One Coaching
Different time frames are necessary for One-on-One Coaching based on project needs:
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Month-to-Month Coaching - Available in the Start from Scratch package
- 2 Months of Coaching - For midsize projects like novellas or partial coaching assistance in larger manuscripts
- 4 Months of Coaching - Recommended for novels and books
Choose the one that fits your schedule, writing pace, and the needs of the manuscript. One-on-One Coaching is intended to save you time through knowledgeable writing and publishing assistance rather than learning from future mistakes. This will improve the likelihood that your project will be accepted for publication and well received by readers. Additionally, individualized coaching is designed to improve not just the project, but also your writing craft. As a result, this process cannot be accelerated.
One-on-One Coaching
Coaching services are individually designed to meet the needs of the author and their project. Each service includes Full School Access to all recorded courses. Choose the coaching level that works best for you.
Start from Scratch
Sometimes it helps having an experienced author on hand from the very beginning. Ask questions, get advice, avoid common writing hurdles, and make your manuscript the best it can be. If you would like to hire Weston Kincade to help guide you through your manuscript's development, you can!
- Avoid hurdles and common writing mistakes with guidance from an Amazon best-selling author and editor
- Get individually designed assistance from your writing coach throughout the month
- Have an accountability partner to keep you writing
- Ask questions that arise and get advice on best writing practices and pitfalls to avoid
- Provide the writing coach with your writing progress each week and get feedback in the following weekly meeting
- Includes two scheduled 30-minute one-on-one video conferences with your writing coach, one every other week, a $100 value
- Writing coach will provide insights based on your weekly progress in each online meeting along with a writing plan for the following week
- Extend your writing guidance by adding time, month by month, for as long as is needed
- Includes Full School Access to recorded courses, a $500 value
Term: 1 month
Total Cost: $1300
25% Off Limited Time Offer: $975
This service is designed to be renewed month-to-month until the project is complete. Renewal cost is at the standard month-to-month rate.
While editing suggestions will be provided, editing services are not included in coaching. Editing can be added to coaching services.
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Midsize Projects
When writing a novella or short memoir, one-on-one coaching can be extremely helpful. A detailed assessment of your manuscript, areas to develop, cut, and clarify will be provided. Ask questions, and overcome common writing hurdles with advice tailored to your project. This mid-level coaching is designed for completed rough drafts up to 50,000 words. Get assistance with your midsize project from an experienced author.
- Get writing advice on your project from a knowledgeable coach and editor who has been in your position before
- Improve your story for a better reading experience and reviews
- Evaluate your manuscript's dialogue, tone, pacing, consistency, and character development
- Revise your project for a better chance at agent representation or publication
- Learn the expectations of your audience
- Refine your manuscript with guided instruction for self-publication
- Discover marketing strategies to get more reader reviews
- Includes four scheduled 60-minute video conferences with your writing coach, one every other week, a $400 value
- The writing coach will review the manuscript ahead of time and provide guided improvements and recommendations every other week based on the author's progress
- Includes Full School Access to recorded courses, a $500 value
Term: 2 months
Total Cost: $2400
25% Off Limited Time Offer: $1800
While editing suggestions will be provided, editing services are not included in coaching. Editing can be added to coaching services.
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Large Projects
While writing longer manuscripts such as fiction novels and other full-length books, one-on-one coaching can take a four-star manuscript to five stars. Get advice tailored to your project's needs. Overcome common writing hurdles, ask questions, and tap the knowledge of an experienced published author. This coaching level is designed for completed rough drafts over 50,000 words. Hire assistance with your large project today.
- Get writing advice on your project from a knowledgeable coach and editor
- Improve your story for a better reading experience and reviews
- Discover your target audience
- Evaluate your manuscript's dialogue, tone, pacing, consistency, and character development
- Find your writing voice
- Revise your project for a better chance at agent representation or publication
- Refine your manuscript with guided instruction for self-publication
- Discover marketing strategies to get more reader reviews
- Includes eight scheduled 60-minute video conferences with your writing coach, one every other week, an $800 value
- The writing coach will review the manuscript ahead of time and provide guided improvements and recommendations each week based on the author's progress
- Includes Full School Access to recorded courses, a $500 value
Term: 4 months
Total Cost: $4600
25% Off Limited Time Offer: $3450
While editing suggestions will be provided, editing services are not included in coaching. Editing can be added to coaching services.
Listed rates for One-on-One Coaching packages are based on the size of the document listed above and the time it will take to review, compose feedback, and assist the author one on one.
After the free initial 30-minute video conference and review of your first 5,000 words, an assessment will be made. Writers and coaches have to work well together with shared goals. If both parties agree, the service will be offered. When payment is made, coaching services will commence. In longer projects, an extended timetable may be recommended.
Please keep in mind that this service takes a large investment of time from both the author and writing coach. Coaching packages are non-refundable. However, in extreme situations, accommodations may be made. Contact Weston Kincade at weston@kincadefiction in such instances.
"But what if I want editing?" you might be thinking.
Writing With Kincade Fiction also offers Editing Services. Have a look. Editing packages can be added to coaching.
Have Individual Questions?
Ask Weston. Get answers about writing, editing, or lit department design with a One-on-One Video Conference.
If you are interested in contacting Weston Kincade about presenting or with other questions, please email [email protected].
