Are you tired of dreaming about your book, but never getting meaningful words on the page?
Maybe you’ve been telling yourself things like…
“I really want to work on this story, but I have no idea if I’m doing this right.”
“I want to write a novel, but I don’t think anyone will read it.”
“I was super excited when I started writing, but the creative juices have stopped.”
“Self-publishing is my dream, but the process seems so overwhelming.”
Many writers encounter fears and doubts about their abilities!
The fact that there are so many methods and structures for writing make it that much easier to become so overwhelmed by the process, that you never write a word.
I know this is true because I’ve been there!
And I quickly realized that while articles and templates were helpful, they didn’t help me build a deeper knowledge of my story.
I read tons of books and had tons of questions, but no one I could talk to to help flesh out the answers. I wondered what it would be like to have:
Someone to support me through the process of planning my book.
Someone to provide answers in real-time, and actionable steps that would keep me on the path to a well-written story.
Defining your story and all its major elements
Creating complex characters that connect with readers
Building a story world that’s immersive + impactful
Feeling confident in the value of your writing
Getting words on the page instead of staring at a blank screen
Having a detailed roadmap of your story in your hands
—All without the overwhelm?
Your Binge-worthy Book is a 6-week intensive designed to remove the confusion and overwhelm from the process of writing your first draft.
As a writer, I know how frustrating it can be to turn all the ideas in your head into a clear and cohesive story. I’ve taken my 10+ years of experience as a published author and writing coach, and funneled it into an in-depth program that teaches you all the elements of building a winning first draft including— how to craft engaging stories, develop life-like characters, and create immersive story worlds.
“A few years ago, Gwen took me under her wing and gave me revolutionary feedback on one of the first manuscripts I ever wrote. Needless to say, I was a fledgling writer, so this was no small task. Gwen offered her time and guidance, and spent many conversations (patiently) explaining things I did wrong and right. She gave me advice I still use to this day.
Advice that has helped me gain millions of reads and thousands of followers on Wattpad. I can say with confidence that she is part of the reason I have advanced in the writing world, and continue to see my dreams of becoming a published author grow closer each day.
—Jada Trainor, Romance Author
COME WITH AN IDEA +
LEAVE WITH A COMPREHENSIVE ROADMAP OF YOUR 1ST DRAFT!
Together, we’ll tackle:
DEVELOPING A STORY that engages and entertains
CRAFTING CHARACTERS that leap from the page
OVERCOMING ROADBLOCKS to writing so you can get more words down
What's included in Your Binge-worthy BookTM?
This 6-week intensive is a limited group coaching program that includes weekly live trainings, customized course materials, and personal feedback on your work.
DISCOVER
WEEK 1
In this phase, we’ll get clear on your story idea and determine who’ll want to read it most.
Topics covered:
Developing your theme
Choosing your genre
Story Mindmap
DESCRIBE
WEEK 2
In this phase, we’ll establish the characters that will populate your story + the world in which they’ll live.
Topics covered:
Protagonist: Past, Present + Future
Antagonist: The Perfect Villain
Allies + Enemies
Setting and story world
Foundational premise
*This module is only in the fiction intensive
DESIGN
WEEK 3 + 4
In this phase, we’ll discover how to build a solid story structure that keeps readers turning the page.
Topics covered:
15-point Story Beat outline
How to hook readers in the first few pages
How to prevent ‘Saggy 2nd Act Syndrome’
DEVELOP
WEEK 5
In this phase, we’ll discuss how to overcome negative self-talk and other obstacles that keep you from writing.
Topics covered:
Developing personal affirmations
Setting the “write” environment
DO
WEEK 6
In this last and final phase, we’ll map out the specific tasks needed to go from detailed outline to finished first draft.
Topics covered:
Developing new habits
Writing style tips + tricks
90-day action plan
Plus, bonus trainings that teach you what to do after typing ‘the end’, how to determine exactly who you’re writing for, and how to get your story into their hands.
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Bonus #1
Take the guess work out of your marketing by developing a profile of the person most likely to read your book.
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Bonus #2
Learn how to research your market to understand what’s working and how to capitalize on what’s not.
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Bonus #3
Avoid the “Now what?” blues and learn exactly what you need to do once you’ve finished your draft.
"I'm writing a first draft and reminding myself that I'm simply shoveling sand into a box so that later I can build castles."
— Shannon Hale
Got questions? Find your answers here.
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No! This intensive is great for new writers, but works just as well for advanced writers who are still have trouble completing their books.
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We will cover the 5 phases listed above over the course of 6 weeks. Each week, you’ll receive a live training then have the rest of the week to complete your assignment. Any questions you have can be posed in your Basecamp workspace. At the end of the week (before your next training), you’ll submit your assignment for me to review.
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I believe in providing a high-touch coaching experience that leaves you feeling seen and heard. This intensive is a major commitment of your time, efforts, and finances, and I want you to walk away having all your questions answers.
The best way to do this is by limiting the amount of writers who can join the program to 10 per cohort.
This allows more time to focus on member projects, and makes it easier for you to make connections within the group.
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Basecamp is an online organizational space for projects. It allows me to share all materials for the intensive with you, review your submissions, and answer questions.
In short, it keeps all your intensive materials organized in one place, so you can focus on writing!
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The biggest benefit of completing this intensive is the confidence you’ll gain in your writing goals, and the understanding that you can write an impactful and engaging story!
You’ll also be crystal clear on your story idea, have a detailed roadmap of your binge-worthy book, and a 90-day action plan on the exact steps you need to take to finish your draft.
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Like any endeavor we attempt, the outcome is directly related to the input! This intensive has all the tools you need to build a solid foundation for your first draft. If you’re committed to writing your story and doing the work, this intensive will absolutely work for you.
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Both! Though the process differs, the intensive teaches both writers of fiction and non-fiction how to clarify ideas, structure content, and overcome limiting beliefs.
Non-fiction writers will spend an additional week in the design phase to build out the book introduction.
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Yes! You will have up to 2 weeks of support (via Basecamp) to ask any questions that come up for you as you begin to work on your draft.
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If fleshing out the major details of your idea and building the ultimate story roadmap is of the utmost importance, there’s another option for you.
This 6wk intensive is also available as a private, done-with-you VIP day. Together, we take 10 hours to hyper-focus on your story and complete the 5 modules of the intensive all in one day!
If this option feels right for you, or you aren’t sure which one to choose, let’s hop on a Story Discovery Chat to talk it through.
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If you’d prefer a more intimate coaching experience as you develop your the roadmap for your binge-worthy book, there are two available options.
A 10-hour VIP day in which we cover all 5 phases of the program.
Your Binge-worthy Book private intensive which follows the same framework of the group course, but is done 1:1.
If you are interested in either of this options, please book a free 30min Story Discovery Chat to discuss.
Life after Your Binge-worthy Book…
You’re confident + crystal clear on your story idea.
You’re ready to “do the work” and have a clear path forward.
You’ve banished excuses and made writing a priority.
You’re thrilled to know and engage with your ideal reader.
You’re poised to push through any obstacles that arise.
You’re ready to write the book of your dreams.
Hey writer!
I’m Gwendolyn and I’m so excited to help you gain clarity on your story ideas so you can stop stressing and start writing!
I know you’re passionate about your story and ready to share it with the world—you’re also overwhelmed by the writing process and just can’t seem to maintain your initial motivation.
I created this intensive because I understand the struggle to turn all your thoughts and ideas into a cohesive and engaging story.
If you’re tired of stressing and guessing, this intensive will teach you everything you need to know to get the story of your dreams out of your head and onto the page!
“I was so happy when I learned that Gwen is now offering her services as a book coach. The writing world can be a tricky place to navigate on your own, and Gwen’s knowledge of the publishing industry, her talent, and her passion for helping others, make her an asset to anyone looking to further a career in writing.”
—Jada Trainor, Romance Author