Coaching

Story Strategy Session

Have questions about writing or marketing your books? We have answers. We can coach you via Zoom.

Is this service right for you?

This is a focused, outcome-driven session, not general coaching. 

Feeling stuck in your manuscript, or overwhelmed by revisions? This session is designed to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re struggling with plot direction, character arcs, pacing, or how to structure your story, we’ll work through it together in real time.

Our expertise, cost, and turnaround time

Genres:
Most fiction and non-fiction genres
Cost:

$95 per session

 

What we can cover:

  • Plot structure & story direction
  • Character development and emotional arcs
  • Romance dynamics & relationship progression
  • Pacing issues or “sagging middle”
  • Feedback on specific scenes or problem areas

 

How it works:

  • 60-minute Zoom session
  • Optional pre-call material (up to 2,000 words or outline)

 

What you receive:

  • Recording of the call
  • Actionable next steps so you know exactly what to do after (with a summary provided post-session)

 

Ideal for authors who:

  • don’t need a full edit
  • want quick, expert guidance
  • are stuck and need clarity now

 

A note on pricing: If you'd like to get focused guidance on a larger portion of your manuscript or a full outline, please contact us in advance for a custom quote.

Turnaround:
Typically booked a week in advance of the scheduled appointment

Do you need this?

Questions?

What authors say about us

“A rare gem in the editing world”

“Alexa is a rare gem in the editing world. Trusting her with my YA fantasy novel felt like a welcomed hug throughout the process, which then turned into an incredibly encouraging push toward the publishing journey. Nearly one hundred thousand words were combed through with Alexa’s obvious talent and care. From the first meeting, she understood the meaning behind this book, and with remarkable integrity, carried that in her work. I am beyond grateful, and cannot wait for her to care for my future projects like a mother for a child, a surgeon for a heart, or a talented editor for a literary dream.”

Barbara Kvelstein

Author of Agnes and the Locket of Secrets, a YA fantasy novel

IMPORTANT NOTICES
Zoom Call

We will meet via Zoom for a 1hr video conference. It can be recorded upon request (please let us know before the meeting begins). Zoom is a free software that you can install on your computer, tablet, or cellphone.

Preparation

To make the best use of our time, please come prepared with a list of questions or problems to address. It's best if you can send your list of questions 24-48hrs in advance to Alexa, in case she needs to research a particular topic.

Payment

Payment for the call will be taken up front, prior to the call. If no payment is received, the call will be canceled and you will be responsible to reschedule it.