All The Way
4 MONTH ADVANCED WRITERS MENTORSHIP
GROUP STARTS 1 October 2021
Do you want to take your book all the way to becoming a published author?
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Have you been working on your book and completed a first draft? Perhaps a 2nd or 3rd draft? Are you ready to take the next step? This is a personal mentorship package where you work on an individual basis over four months to get your book polished, ready and submitted to publishers.
You will work with writing coach Sarah Bullen and her team to produce a world class pitch deck, a tight first 5 chapters, a strong list of leads and a brand ready to share with a global audience.
This is your big push to the finish line. It is a structured process that supports and pushes you to move forward. It is a chance to get professional feedback on your book, refine your genre, tighten and rewrite the book, write your proposal, get your marketing material ready and get your brand collateral ready. You will end up submitting to publishers and/or agents.
Yes, get very excited.
You will work with writing coach Sarah Bullen and her team to produce a world class pitch deck, a tight first 5 chapters, a strong list of leads and a brand ready to share with a global audience.
This is your big push to the finish line. It is a structured process that supports and pushes you to move forward. It is a chance to get professional feedback on your book, refine your genre, tighten and rewrite the book, write your proposal, get your marketing material ready and get your brand collateral ready. You will end up submitting to publishers and/or agents.
Yes, get very excited.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
* You want to move beyond a draft and get published (this can be self, traditional or hybrid)
* This is for writers with a solid first draft completed, and who want to engage In a rigorous process to prepare your manuscript and pitch
* You must have a completed first draft of your book.
* This is open for writers of novels, memoir, non-fiction, e-course manuals.
* This is for writers with a solid first draft completed, and who want to engage In a rigorous process to prepare your manuscript and pitch
* You must have a completed first draft of your book.
* This is open for writers of novels, memoir, non-fiction, e-course manuals.
With all the content for my book in hand and a message I wanted to share, I needed someone to help me structure my thoughts and give life to my ideas. Sarah Bullen masterfully brought all the words together into a completed manuscript. Thank you for your patience, persistence, integrity and professionalism. You made my dream come true! Kim Potgieter, Your Midlife Money Makeover 2020
I’m no writer but had a story I needed to tell. If you have a book “inside” you and you have determination then catch a ride. Sarah's wealth of knowledge on the craft of writing, the industry, and process and the motivation around it all was priceless.
Costa Carastavrakis - I am Costa, From Meths to Marathons 2019
WHAT HAPPENS OVER THE FOUR MONTHS?
1. We start with a review of your book on a call where we look at the commercial viability, publishing plans and next steps.
2. Your will have fixed timelines, tasks and deadlines to take you up to submission over a 10 Step Process which is briefly outlined below.
3. You will have targeted, clear lessons on what to do next every step and very clear tasks.
4. There are 4 personal sessions or calls done over Zoom over these months as we work on your book to get it to the best version. Sessions are every 3-4 weeks.
5. There are 4 group calls where you will review each others work
6. You will be sending your book to a Beta Reader and getting feedback on your proposal and book from group members
7. Join the weekly Wednesday Writing Group and write for 4 hours with fellow writers
8. Every month I have a 3 Day Writing Binge you are invited to join as part of the mentorship
9. Understand and start building or refining your author brand and social media.
10. Learn about different publishing options, explore costs and distribution models for your book
2. Your will have fixed timelines, tasks and deadlines to take you up to submission over a 10 Step Process which is briefly outlined below.
3. You will have targeted, clear lessons on what to do next every step and very clear tasks.
4. There are 4 personal sessions or calls done over Zoom over these months as we work on your book to get it to the best version. Sessions are every 3-4 weeks.
5. There are 4 group calls where you will review each others work
6. You will be sending your book to a Beta Reader and getting feedback on your proposal and book from group members
7. Join the weekly Wednesday Writing Group and write for 4 hours with fellow writers
8. Every month I have a 3 Day Writing Binge you are invited to join as part of the mentorship
9. Understand and start building or refining your author brand and social media.
10. Learn about different publishing options, explore costs and distribution models for your book
WHAT DOES IT COST? $1500
10 STEPS we will walk
Step 1: Strategy time. Identify, tighten and refine your author brand. Understand and start building or refining your author brand and social media.
Step 2: Read and identify key changes and restructure.
Step 3: Reader reports and ‘first eyes’ feedback
Step 4: Rewrite 1: This is the time to edit, fix, refine and improve the entire manuscript
Step 5: Prepare your proposal and all documents. You will work on log lines, back cover copy, reader endorsements, reviews and elements to add to your presentation.
Step 6: Soft launch of all your author brand elements
Step 7: Rewrite 2. One Level Better. Tighten on your reader market, work the copy, tighten the argument.
Step 8: Researching and finalising target list. Learn about different publishing options, explore costs and distribution models for your book. You will end up with a hit list of 15
Step 9: Rewrite 3: This final rapid-fire rewrite brings into alignment all elements of your pitch deck, query letter as well as final polish on Chapters 1-5
Step 10: Sending out the proposal and tracking
Step 2: Read and identify key changes and restructure.
Step 3: Reader reports and ‘first eyes’ feedback
Step 4: Rewrite 1: This is the time to edit, fix, refine and improve the entire manuscript
Step 5: Prepare your proposal and all documents. You will work on log lines, back cover copy, reader endorsements, reviews and elements to add to your presentation.
Step 6: Soft launch of all your author brand elements
Step 7: Rewrite 2. One Level Better. Tighten on your reader market, work the copy, tighten the argument.
Step 8: Researching and finalising target list. Learn about different publishing options, explore costs and distribution models for your book. You will end up with a hit list of 15
Step 9: Rewrite 3: This final rapid-fire rewrite brings into alignment all elements of your pitch deck, query letter as well as final polish on Chapters 1-5
Step 10: Sending out the proposal and tracking
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
The option to get a professional manuscript appraisal in which you will get a 5-8 page structural written feedback on all aspects on your book. Please read this link on how this works. This is HIGHLY recommended at some point to really get your book in a commercially viable form.
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You can also get a (beta) reader’s report on the book with the time to make these changes.
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You will have access to an entire network of editors, proof readers and professionals for your completed work.
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You can also get a (beta) reader’s report on the book with the time to make these changes.
AND
You will have access to an entire network of editors, proof readers and professionals for your completed work.
Loved the clear and systematic process, the very personal support. It made me really look at my book from a publisher’s point of view and question pre-conceived ideas about myself, and helped me detach myself from the process of ‘getting out there’ Robyn B.
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Book coach and agent Sarah Bullen says:
I have worked with writers internationally for over 15 years to get their book written, and published. A constant push towards the finish is what keeps writers going. It is so easy to let a book go, let it gather dust. But the secret to getting your name in print is to keep walking all the way to the end of this long journey. This really is the last stage. The support is incredible and writers who are clear they want to write a book will get there on this course." |
WHAT WRITERS SAY
Pound for pound, the best investment I have ever made. I did the pitch to publish course during the end of last year. It was hard work. We were given many tasks, Now, a few months later, I am so glad I stuck with the program. I'm a motivational speaker looking to established myself in what is a very competitive field. It seems that around every corner, I make use of the tools I created as part of the course, Whether it is my one pager, using social media, building a brand, a professional headshot or using helpful apps, Kate Emmerson and Sarah Bullen are hiding behind it all.
Theresa Robberts, author Blind Broken, Brilliant - published 2020
Bootcamp is the name of the group and bootcamp it is. Be prepared to be flat out working on all the different tasks, but by the end of it, you will have a better manuscript and a professional proposal as well as the tools and steps for what to do next. Clear your diary and make time and space for it as it's a once in a lifetime opportunity to get your book as polished and preened as you can and the best chance of finding a publisher at the end of it all.
Ani Naqvi, author The Wave that Changed My Life
If I had not met both Kate and Sarah this MS would never be turning into a future book. They have taught me a great deal not only about the how to improve what was a very poor MS and have given extensive insight into what the next steps will be. They have always been clear that it won’t be an easy ride but knowing that we have their support as we take the next steps. Being a part of a writing group is so empowering, watching others bring out their books and giving me hope that mine will manifest soon.
Sandra Aquino, author Secrets from Above
Together they bring the right balance between gentle pushing/cheering and kicking butt to go, go, go!! The critical feedback they provide is also valuable and highly professional. This is not for a "wish I could write" crowd. It is for the people who want to, and will, do it!
Robbyn Lane, author Kissing the Muse
This course is a bootcamp by two extremely knowledgeable ladies, they are a duo of energy and love, with just the right amount of pepper to let you really taste your morsel. They drive you hard, with a loving hand, and keep the energy high, always with encouragement, tips, advice and mostly a powerhouse of knowledgeable experience. Being on this bootcamp was like being beaten by two sadistic Mistresses, it doesn't matter which way you turn, you have two butt cheeks and four very willing hands to smack you into shape. And I love a good spanking!
Raiyne Beau, author Secrets of a Sado-Masochist Mistress
I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who has dreams of publishing. It turns a dream into a real possibility and set me on a path to feeling like my book would have the best chance of being published. The course is run by experts who give freely of their time and expertise and it makes the course so worthwhile. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who has dreams of publishing. It turns a dream into a real possibility and set me on a path to feeling like my book would have the best chance of being published. The course is run by experts who give freely of their time and expertise and it makes the course so worthwhile.
Sue Adams author
A definite must for all new authors who are committed to submitting their manuscripts, to get all the do’s and dont's.
Sue McShane
This is truly amazing for those who are focussed and motivated to move forward with their books. It really is a bootcamp because of all the momentum you get when you're part of it.
Najia Sabeen
Pitch to Publish Bootcamp is a terrific mentorship by two of the most vivacious women. I would recommend it to any author who is stuck after writing their first draft or who needs to strengthen their voice. It has taught me more about myself, my flaws and how to improve that I ever thought a writing course would. If you’ve ever wanted to write a book, get it done and get on board this mentorship. You will not regret it. Zeandri Rautenbach
Loved the clear and systematic process, the group support. It made me really look at my book from a publisher’s point of view and question pre-conceived ideas about myself, and helped me detach myself from the process of ‘getting out there’ Thank you thank you thank you!! Robyn B
Kate Emmerson and Sarah Bullen, you rock! I would be ignorant of the process of getting it out there had I not joined PITCHED TO PUBLISH. What a ride. A difficult/ wonderful/ honest/ testing course that I highly recommend. RB
I have just completed the mentoring group with Kate Emmerson and Sarah Bullen and would like to thank Kate, Sarah and all the group members for their inspiration and amazing support! I went from starting to edit my first draft of my novel, to completion of the manuscript, with an updated Facebook page and new look website created along the way to share me and my ideas with the world. So very exciting. I ended with submission of my book proposal to nine publishers, and..... had the most thrilling news last week.... one of the first publishers I submitted to asked me to send my complete manuscript for further consideration.
Dr. Leda Van Der Post
My entire book writing journey with these two ladies has been amazing. The bootcamp just pushes you to get finished. It really is seeing you all the way to the submitting of a proposal to possible publishers stage. Their guidance, encouragement and positive/constructive feedback is wonderful and the support of the whole group is uplifting & motivational. Enjoyed every minute.
Jacqui Holmes.
A definite must for all new authors who are committed to submitting their manuscripts, to get all the do’s and don’ts.
Sue McShane
Loved the clear and systematic process, the group support. It made me really look at my book from a publisher’s point of view and question pre-conceived ideas about myself, and helped me detach myself from the process of ‘getting out there’ Thank you thank you thank you!! Robyn
Kate Emmerson and Sarah Bullen, you rock! I would be ignorant of the process of getting it out there had I not joined PITCHED TO PUBLISH. What a ride. A difficult/ wonderful/ honest/ testing course that I highly recommend. RB
I have just completed the mentoring group with Kate Emmerson and Sarah Bullen and would like to thank Kate, Sarah and all the group members for their inspiration and amazing support! I went from starting to edit my first draft of my novel, to completion of the manuscript, with an updated Facebook page and new look website created along the way to share me and my ideas with the world. So very exciting. I ended with submission of my book proposal to nine publishers, and..... had the most thrilling news last week.... one of the first publishers I submitted to asked me to send my complete manuscript for further consideration.
Dr. Leda Van Der Post
My entire book writing journey with these two ladies has been amazing. The bootcamp just pushes you to get finished. It really is seeing you all the way to the submitting of a proposal to possible publishers stage. Their guidance, encouragement and positive/constructive feedback is wonderful and the support of the whole group is uplifting & motivational. Enjoyed every minute.
Jacqui Holmes
FAQ's
To what extent do Kate and Sarah read my work and edit or give feedback on it?
Each writer gets 4 personal sessions with Sarah. Sarah's session includes 45 mins of reading time.
Do you edit my book?
This is not included in this bootcamp. We can match you with an editor but that is not part of this process.
Can Kent Literary take on my book as agent?
This is not part of the mentorship. Submissions to Kent Literary can happen separately and independently of this course.
What if I don't think it's ready?
We would like you to finish and will do our very best to make sure you do. 😃We have lots of resources to get you there.
The course cost does not include:
* Editing or other professional fees.
* Agency fees if your book is accepted for representation
Each writer gets 4 personal sessions with Sarah. Sarah's session includes 45 mins of reading time.
Do you edit my book?
This is not included in this bootcamp. We can match you with an editor but that is not part of this process.
Can Kent Literary take on my book as agent?
This is not part of the mentorship. Submissions to Kent Literary can happen separately and independently of this course.
What if I don't think it's ready?
We would like you to finish and will do our very best to make sure you do. 😃We have lots of resources to get you there.
The course cost does not include:
* Editing or other professional fees.
* Agency fees if your book is accepted for representation
