Writing a book is a big deal.  It can (and should) change your life. It takes time, investment, sweat, hours of work and a good writing strategy. Some books take longer. Few books take less time.  It will depend on your own writing speed, the amount of material you already have, and the genre of book you are writing.  
 I have taught online, at universities and coached authors from all over the world. I prefer to work directly with writers on their books. That is why I run small, intimate coaching  journeys. I take on only a few writers, get to know your book, get involved in making it work and make sure you write, and finish it. 

What books work on this short course? 

This could be a professional book, non-fiction, biography, memoir or novel.  
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What will you learn during the 4 weeks?
* The basics of planning a compelling story
* What is your story? Let’s find it together. 
* Identifying your readers
​* Targeting your readers
* The elements of good and compelling book structure
* Being strategic about your message
* Finding your hook, angle and message 
* Thinking bigger than your book and into your brand
* Planning your time to complete your book
* How to get your book published

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If you have a passion to write a book and feel confused about where to start and what to do – you absolutely have to make contact with Sarah! She is brilliance on steroids. She will poke, prod, push, teach, inspire, mentor and support you like nothing you have experienced. She wants you to win and succeed and that is a rare trait today.
​Nevi Letcher, author Beat the Odds 2020

Sarah's expertise and heartfelt care are a rare find. I highly recommend her services as a writing coach and literary agent and am very grateful to have found her.
Colleen-Joy Page, Author The Apple Tree + many other books

Sarah created the perfect balance of support and accountability in helping me write my book.  In fact it was 90 days from the start of my writing to submission to my publisher. Sarah’s thought-provoking nudges, expertise and advice along the way were invaluable and helped me to craft a book that I am incredibly proud of.
​Nicky Rowbotham, author 7 Steps to Finding Flow, Flip the Script on Stress 2020

Sarah Bullen - pic credit FairLady Magazine / Lisa van Deventer

I did your writing course in 2015 for my novel, Gracie Stirling and the Whisper Horses. It's getting published! A small publishing house in Wales picked it up and will be publishing it. I have already signed the contract and they have sent their edits.   I just wanted to say a big thank you so much. The course was invaluable and it provided me with the structure and "action"  they loved in the book. 
 Jenny Bakker, author Gracie Stirling and the Whisper Horses, Gomer Publishing UK 2020

I LOVED everything. The structure and the accountability. I loved the combination of Kate's inspiration and Sarah's taskmaster writing challenges. I loved hearing other people's progress and stories – it inspired me to carry on. Also was great as a forum to discuss some of the structural aspects of writing and really narrowing the focus of your book's core. The one-on-one sessions were brilliant as it really kept me believing I could do it and gave me good ideas to implement going forward. For someone who wants to do it but isn’t sure how or if they have it in them, this is the perfect way to test yourself. 
Leigh Taylor 

This course was a big eye opener for me! It showed me that I can definitely write and publish a book, and that it’s also not an exercise for the faint of heart! However, with the Mastermind structure it’s much more accessible that just doing it in the dark… having the guidance, expertise, and intense delivery context is definitely a potential game changer. 
Brad Shorkend  -  We Are Still Human (And Work Shouldn't Suck)

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 with Sarah and Kate.  Hold on tight – it won’t be easy, and it does take time, but if you do it their way
and do everything they say, you will get your first draft done.  Their wealth of knowledge on the craft of writing, the industry, and process and the motivation around it all was priceless.  Book 2 to follow soon and no doubt 
through this process again with them. 
Costa Carastavrakis - I am Costa, From Meths to Marathons

“Kate cracks the whip and Sarah moulds your book into shape” 
Sandra Buckingham
 
“Sarah is the master at showing you how to write for a reader” 
Khanyisa Malungana

“You are in for a ride of fun and learning, hard work, sleepless nights as well as the rousing and wondrous highs of  meeting your own commitments in getting YOUR book done as you steadily come into your home run - your finish run -  the draft of your book! Get your ticket now.” 
Hester Bergh Appoyer - Being Nice isn't Enough! 
 
Kate and Sarah will help you up on your feet and moving in the right direction. 
They are kind, but clear; wise, but pragmatic. 
I recommend this to anyone who is ready to take their writing dream and turn it into a reality!
Anel Hamersma - The Creativity Midwife

I want to tell aspiring writers that it's actually easier than they think - to write, that is. And that a course like this, with a deadline and access to writers and industry professionals is worth every penny!   
Sandra Buckingham

The people, the community that was formed, the honesty and vulnerability and the opportunity we had to share stories, realizing that it wasn’t just us, we weren’t alone, sharing celebrations.  What really worked was the commitment to the regular posts and you holding that firmly; the consistency was epic. 
Wendy Ward. Metamorphic Coaching and Presilience

I have challenged myself to test a dream. I loved it. This mentorship is extremely supportive & well structured so one is not left in the wilderness and wondering what to do or write next”. The weekly tasks are very well thought through and keep one on track and it’s wonderful to connect with other writers. It is a non-judgmental course and process and therefore you can explore your writing without fear. 
Caroline Menell 

“Sarah is the master at showing you how to write for a reader” 
Khanyisa Malungana

To turn your dreams into reality one needs to take action. This helps you to do just that. It gets the words moving from your head onto paper and your book becomes a reality.
Theresa Robberts - Blind, Broken and Brilliant 

Sarah and Kate’s writing mentorship is the stick of dynamite you need to stop gazing at your own navel and instead gaze at a finish line that gets steadily closer. If you’ve been struggling to get your ideas out of your head and onto the page, this mentorship will prove invaluable.  
Meg Chronis, romance novelist

“I never knew how to share my story, and then like a divine gift from the universe, came Kate and Sarah. From book structure and editing to publishing, branding and PR I did it! And if I can, you can. What an incredible experience – let them show you how. It’s a life-changing journey.
Jennifer Cole - Beautiful Children in a Ugly World

You have motivated me to fulfill my dreams:  
Hannelie Bronkhorst.

What an amazing and inspiring experience it has been. After sitting for years with bits and pieces of my second book done, I now have a completed first draft in my hands. 
Jacqui Holmes

D-Day – Wow! What a journey. Yes I have a first draft! 89 000 words! 
Carmen Tina Schneider.

I absolutely loved the process with Kate Emmerson and Sarah Bullen. Not having been an author before, the experience gave me the grounding I needed to complete three chapters for a co-authored book and get started on my first book. 
Bettina Pickering, The Emotion Coach 2016

“Anyone who feels they have a book buried inside should be part of this course to dig deep and uncover the book that needs to be written”. 
Jacqui Bourne

This has started me on a journey that I dreamed of from an early age but hadn’t felt confident enough to act on. The whole process of writing and publishing has been de-mystified and made ever so do-able. It is no longer an intimidating out of reach dream, finishing my book is now an attainable goal. 
Viki Runge

"I want to thank you for putting together this course material, the course itself and without a doubt, for the magnificent support, inspiration, nurturing, friendship and confidence that both you Kate, and you Sarah have afforded us during this ‘a journey into the unknown world of writers’. This has been one of the best things to have happened to me for a long time! There is no doubt that I attract fabulous people into my life. Bravo! "
Rose McClement

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