Mentorship & Publishing Packages
kind, consistent editing to get you where you want to be
Holding your book—do you want that?!
Crowning Your Creativity
I love it when my clients call me to say, “I’m holding my book!” which is why I offer university-level writing coaching & publishing-ready packages.
But getting from page one to published isn’t always a straight path. It takes time & strong writing skills, determination & knowing who you are as a writer.
But you’re a Word Warrior! You know your special projects & writing skills are lifetime investments, so I offer payment plans & special rates that respect your budget.
Mentorship & Publishing Packages
Why do I offer strong, university-level mentorship? Because quality, focused coaching core writing & performance skills that take many years to build on their own.
Presses & publishers expect a lot from their authors. They want polished, structured writing & organized manuscripts. My packages do just that!
Many of my clients are self-publishers. They chose me to help them get ahead of the competition with strong writing skills & professionally formatted books.
gRENDEL’S moTHER
350 to 500 pages
This package for large books/writing projects includes university-level writing coaching, personalized strategies to wow an audience & a publishing-ready professional manuscript so that you can standout as a traditional or self-published author.
Best for Poetry Collections, Novels, Short Story, Academic/Nonfiction, Memoir, Special Projects, Anthology or Co-Authorship texts up to 500 pages.
Grendel’s Mother Package includes:
90 mins. in Zoom meetings (Manuscript Consultation, Edit review, etc.)
1 Cover-to-Cover Substantive Edit
1 Final Proofing Edit
1 hour of Personalized Writing Mentorship
1 hour of Performance/Public Speaking Coaching
1 Professional Paperback Layout (industry sized)
1 Publisher-Ready MS Word file & PDF
Prose ~$3500 to $5000 CAD
Poetry ~$3500 CAD
Anthology ~$4000 CAD
Co-Authored ~$500 CAD per author (min. 8)
Add a Kindle eBook for $300 CAD!
*Pricing is standard for manuscripts of this size & depends on work involved; adjustments can be made per project.
gRENDEL
200 to 300 pages
This package for standard length books/writing projects includes university-level writing coaching & a publishing-ready professional manuscript so that you can standout as a traditional or self-published author.
Best for Poetry Collections, Novels, Nonfiction, Memoir, Hybrid, Anthology or Co-Authorship texts up to 300 pages.
Grendel Package includes:
60 mins. in Zoom meetings (Manuscript Consultation, Edit review, etc.)
1 Cover-to-Cover Substantive Edit
1 Final Proofing Edit
1 hour of Personalized Writing Mentorship
1 Professional Paperback Layout (industry sized)
1 Publisher-Ready MS Word file & PDF
Prose ~$2000 to $3000 CAD
Poetry ~$2000 to $3000 CAD
Anthology ~$2000 to $3000 CAD
Co-Authored ~$400 per author (min. 7)
Add a Kindle eBook for $200 CAD!
*Pricing is standard for manuscripts of this size & depends on work involved; adjustments can be made per project.
Little gRENDEL
50 to 150 pages
This package for smaller books/chapbooks/writing projects includes university-level writing coaching & a publishing-ready professional manuscript so that you can standout as a traditional or self-published author.
Best for Poetry Collections, Chapbooks, Novella, Nonfiction, Memoir, Hybrid, Anthology or Co-Authorship texts up to 150 pages.
Little Grendel Package includes:
45 mins. in Zoom meetings (Manuscript consultation, edit review, etc.)
1 Cover-to-Cover Substantive Edit
1 Final Substantive Proofing Edit
45 mins. of Personalized Writing Mentorship
1 Professional Paperback Layout (industry sized)
1 Publisher-Ready MS Word file & PDF
Prose ~$1500 CAD
Poetry ~$2000 CAD
Anthology ~$1500 CAD
Co-Authored Book ~$250 per author (min. 5)
Add a Kindle eBook for $100 CAD!
*Pricing is standard for manuscripts of this size & depends on work involved; adjustments can be made per project.
How To Publish Package
personalized publishing & marketing Information
The publishing world isn’t one size fits all! This package is for anyone who wants to know more about publishing, including: key information most writers don’t know, how to get your work out there, make connections, build professional relationships & learn a few easy-peasy marketing strategies.
Best for self-publishers, emerging authors, career authors and more!
Your Personalized Publishing Package includes:
1 Do’s & Don’ts & Dare-to’s of Publishing (key info)
1 simple How-to Network in your genre Guide
1 simple How-to Market yourself Guide
1 project-specific list of local/regional publishers
1 project-specific list of writers’ marketing resources
All genres ~$200 CAD
*Pricing is for standard manuscripts & writer must have a clear concept of who they are as a writer, their genre & what they hope to achieve. Information provided is not exhaustive.
One-on-one mENTORSHIP
The Margery Kempe Package
We all have learning preferences or our amazing brains may drive us to learn differently. Inspired by Margery Kempe, a medieval mystic who didn’t let being unable to read keep her from writing her memoirs, this package includes face-to-face university-level writing coaching & skill building with strategies on how to wow a crowd.
Best for all writers of all levels & genres. Personalized to address specific needs of individuals with dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADD/ADHD, executive dysfunction, aural & visual learners & more.
Margery Kempe Package includes:
6 hours of Personalized Mentorship
2 hours of Performance Mentorship
Prose & Poetry ~$1000 CAD
Performing & Hosting Mentorship
Literary Performance or EMCEEING literary events
Be Flyée fierce! Learn to overcome anxiety & bravely connect with yourself, your voice & the audience. Own the room by creating an experience that leaves your audience spellbound. Be unforgettable on & off the stage.
Best for writers of all ages, genres & levels as well as individuals who emcee or host a literary/reading events.
Literary Performance Package includes:
2 hours of Performance Coaching (prepping for reading & performing your work)
1 hour of Reading the Room
1 hour of Flyée Fierce Self-Confidence Strategies
Perform your work at an Attic Owl Reading Series event
Literary Event Hosting Package includes:
1 hour of Hosting Skills (how to prepare & host)
1 hour of Public Speaking Coaching
1/2 hour of Flyée Fierce Self-Confidence Strategies
1 co-hosting opportunity at the Attic Owl Reading Series
Choose one skill ~$125 CAD per hour
Literary Performance Package ~$500 CAD
Literary Event Hosting Package ~$300 CAD
Public speaking Mentorship
writing & speaking skills coaching
Finesse your writing skills & claim your voice! Crown yourself with confidence by writing strong, organized & moving speeches/presentations that connect with your audience. We also work on how to handle objections/commentary.
Best for everyone! I make a custom program just for you that helps with public speaking at work, conferences & in everyday life.
Public Speaking Mentorship Package includes:
2 hours of Public Speaking Coaching (incl. Rhetoric & Self-Confidence Strategies)
2 hours of Speech/Presentation Writing Coaching
Choose one skill ~$100 CAD per hour
Public Speaking Package ~$500 CAD
gRENDEL’s arm
mentoring & Publishing Package Add On’s
Want just a little bit more? I’ve discounted these services just for you!
Skill Building Editing ~25% discount on hourly rate
Extra Round of Editing ~25% discount on hourly rate
Kindle eBook ~$300 CAD; $200 CAD; $150 CAD
One-on-One Mentorship ~50% discount on hourly rate
Performing/Hosting Mentorship ~25% discount on hourly rate
Public Speaking Mentorship ~25% discount on hourly rate
Transcription (handwritten sheets to Word) ~$75 CAD per hour
Field Expert Facilitation (expertise into layman’s terms) ~$100 CAD per hour
Custom Packages
For Special Projects & Specific NEEDS
You’ve gotten this far, so maybe you haven’t found something to meet your needs? I love unique projects & would be happy to make something just for you!
I also work with teens & young adults.
To get started:
Word Warrior Application
Payment Plans & Special Rates for your budget
I do my best to make writing skills & services accessible & affordable. If you are a nonprofit or working within a budget, I can help. I offer payment plans & reduced rates for worthy projects & individuals striving to make their dreams come true. Fill out the application below to get started.
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