Writing and Publishing
Coaching
Writing and Publishing Consulting
This is my premier one-to-one coaching program for writing books.
Our goal together is to develop a polished manuscript that is ready for publication. I hold a sacred space that explores your individual creativity so that you can really speak your message and write what needs to be said. In each session, I encourage you to freely express yourself and embrace the courage to be seen and heard in the world.
We will meet twice a month via Zoom to accomplish the following:
- Identify your message and theme.
- Define your ideal audience and purpose for your message.
- Develop the outline of your book.
- Set milestones and deadlines for content delivery.
- Collaborate on editing revisions.
- Create a Book Marketing Plan that Sells.
- Build Your Author Platform through blogging, social media posts, and podcast appearances.
The Momentum Package!
Whether you’re just getting started or have a writing project underway, this is the perfect package to receive support, guidance, and accountability.
Accelerate Your Writing Success: The Momentum! Package
Most clients view their book as a golden business card—an influential tool for attracting coaching clients, securing speaking engagements, and showcasing their expertise.
However, a book doesn’t always need to be a lead gen: You might have a message that’s been waking you in the middle of the night that you need to share – something that might make another’s life much easier, inspire them to take action, or look upon a life lesson through a different perspective.
Find clarity, momentum, and expert support for your book or writing project (i.e., blogs or courses)—whether you’re starting out, refining a manuscript that’s already in progress, building your author platform, developing a launch strategy, or engaged in post-launch marketing.
What’s Included
- Personalized Goal Setting: Define clear, achievable writing and/or marketing goals that reflect your vision and ambitions.
- Milestone Planning: Map a strategic timeline that fits your schedule, keeping your progress realistic and motivating.
- Platform & Presence: Build your author presence by exploring creative ways to share your work, gaining visibility and readers before your book is even published.
- Innovative Business-Focused Marketing: Develop a comprehensive book launch strategy that sets the stage for publishing success and enhances your business goals.
How It Works
Each session combines a detailed review of your work (up to 20 double-spaced pages) with a focused 45-minute Zoom call (with the flexibility to extend up to 60 minutes), followed by a follow-up recap email outlining your next steps. You’ll enjoy responsive guidance between sessions via email or text, particularly for quick questions or when you need feedback, knowing you’ll receive prompt answers.
*Please note that once we complete a manuscript, which will require a full read-through, and engage in marketing, some of my behind-the-scenes work, such as editing and crafting marketing copy, will take the place of our meetings.
Bonus: Writing Circles
Join live group writing sessions every Tuesday (10–12 p.m. PT) and Friday (9–11 a.m. PT)—a $49/month value included with your package.
Investment & Commitment
- 10 Private Consulting Sessions: $2,497, with feedback on your writing and collaborative brainstorming.
- You can use your sessions at any time, six months from our start date. Renew before your final session and lock in your original rate for ongoing support—no price increases.
Policies & Details
- Please note there is a 24-hour cancellation policy for all sessions (exceptions for illness or emergencies).
- Graphic design is not included. However, I will be by your side and review all marketing materials, including the Author One Sheet and the website, etc.
- Your manuscript will require a separate copy editor and/or proofreader to ensure a nearly perfect finished product. I provide the style sheet and guidelines and will review their work.
- All packages are non-refundable.
Stay accountable, creative, and goal-focused. Reserve your Momentum! Package and achieve your publishing dreams.
Commit to you, your dreams, and your writing today! Book a free introductory session below.
Build Your Buzz
Creating an author platform allows your readers to find you. This is vitally important as you step out into the world with your message. Here, we strategize ways to increase your credibility and visibility through blogging, social media posts, and podcast appearances.
Together, we'll:
- Repurpose content from your book into blogs and social media posts.
- Research the best platforms for you to post your blogs.
- Develop a reasonable schedule for writing your blogs or ghostwrite your blogs for you.
- Work with designers to create eye-catching, effective visuals to highlight your message.
- Identify media outlets (radio, TV, and podcasts) that reach your ideal audience
About Kathy Sparrow
Literary Midwife Kathy Sparrow is an award-winning author, ghostwriter, screenwriter and publishing consultant who has been mentoring aspiring writers of non-fiction, fiction, and poetry for over two decades. Many have penned bestselling books because of her book coaching services. Known as a “behind-the-scenes secret weapon” to thought leaders, Kathy specializes in the areas of self-development, leadership, and memoir. She was recently named one of the “Top 15 Book Coaches to Watch in 2023” by LA Weekly.
She is the producer and co-creator of Stanky & Cece Adventures, which is currently being considered for an animation series based on the children’s books Stanky & Cece: Break the Rules (2022) and Stanky & Cece: Out of Control (2023).
Kathy is the co-author and project lead of Your Kaleidoscope Mind: Getting More Done by Letting Things Go and Ignite Your Leadership: Proven Tools to Energize Teams, Fuel Momentum, and Accelerate Results. Her novel, The Whispered Teachings of Grandmother Trout, is touted as the feminine version of A River Runs Through It. She is completing It’s All in the Cast: A Fly Fisher’s Guide to Presence, Power & Performance (2024). She has ghostwritten books and blogs on the topics of banking, personal growth and development, memoir, and leadership, including The Precipice of Life: Leadership and Personal Growth Insights from a Mountaineer’s Edge.
Throughout her career, she has worked with IDG Press (the former For Dummies publisher), Master’s Press, Wish Publishing, ARE Press, and others. Her work as a journalist has also appeared in Saltwater Fly Fishing, Indianapolis Woman, Indiana Business Magazine, E Magazine, Hudson Valley Magazine and may more. A university professor, she taught writing in first-year writing programs, sophomore literature, theatre and marketing for authors at National University, Southern New Hampshire University, the University of Texas-Pan American, Pikes Peak Community College, and Southwestern Community College.
Kathy has studied transformational methodologies with Jack Canfield, founder of Chicken Soup for the Soul and author of The Success Principles, Dr. Deb Sandella of The RIM® Institute, Laurie Seymour of The Baca Institute, and Renee Moorefield of Wisdom Works. She is a Certified Canfield Trainer in The Success Principles and Canfield Methodologies, Certified Be Well Lead Well Pulse® Guide, and Master RIM® facilitator. Kathy relies on the science of success tools to assist her clients in overcoming obstacles and mindset limitations. She holds a master’s degree in English with a concentration on literature and cultural studies.
Kathy enjoys yoga, hiking, fly fishing, and adventures with her partner and family. She lives in Toluca Lake (LA) with her partner and is frequently in San Diego to visit family. You can also find her in Colorado, Mexico, Oregon-or wherever her travels take her. Her websites are: kathysparrow.com, awritablelife.com, and stankyandcece.com