Whether your book is still just a spark of an idea or you’re holding a full manuscript draft, it can be hard to know what comes next. As an author whose self-published debut was acquired by a traditional publisher—and who’s now published four books traditionally—I understand every step of that uncertainty. As an editor, I’ve worked across all publishing models and specialize in developmental guidance that helps you clarify your message, strengthen your structure, and tell your story in the most powerful way possible. No matter where you’re starting, I can help you shape a book that aligns with your voice, your vision, and your publishing goals.
Book Consulting, Book Development, and Developmental Editing
As an author, editor, and experienced coach, I meet you wherever you are—at the starting line, deep in the writing process, or ready for a deep-dive developmental edit that brings your manuscript into focus and prepares it for its next step.
Book Consult
Do you have a book idea stuck in your head but you don’t know how to go about developing it?
Are you unsure if you want to pursue self-publishing, traditional publishing, or hybrid options?
Do you have a partial manuscript written, but you feel stuck because you don’t have a plan for it?
Are you unsure of the questions you should even be asking right now to figure it out?
I can help with that. With many years in marketing and development, I can talk you through your options and make sure you leave the consult with clear next steps. I know the benefits and drawbacks of varying types of publishing, and can help you make your decision based on your individual goals and strengths. I can talk you through how to proceed with your idea or manuscript, from what professionals you’ll need to how to market your book yourself.
This is the perfect session for someone who doesn’t quite know what the future of their book holds, but they know it needs to be out there.
$225/90min
"Ora was extremely knowledgeable and supportive. She helped me understand next steps toward publishing, gave valuable feedback on my writing, and helped me see the bigger picture for my book and author brand. The session left me feeling motivated, focused, and excited to keep going."
— Romantasy author Ravenna Snow
Book Development
(before you write it)
Before you even sit down to write a single chapter, we build the foundation your book needs to succeed — creatively, emotionally, and commercially. Book Development is a collaborative, guided process where we shape your concept, your voice, and your outline with intention, clarity, and market awareness.
This is the stage where we transform your idea from “something I want to write someday” into a fully developed book blueprint that feels aligned, meaningful, and built to sell.
Most writers skip this step, which is why they get stuck halfway through their draft, end up rewriting entire sections later, or having no idea what to do with their manuscript once they’ve written it. Book Development ensures you start with deep clarity: who the book is for, why it matters, how it stands out, and how to write it in a way that is both creatively fulfilling and strategically positioned for the marketplace.
Through a blend of editorial insight, narrative and story architecture, emotional attunement, and market strategy, we craft the soul and the spine of your book at the same time. Together, we’ll identify your ideal reader, carve out your place in the market, shape your narrative or teaching arc, and calibrate your author voice so that it resonates authentically while meeting your genre’s expectations. By the end, you’ll have a complete chapter-by-chapter outline, specific marketing guidance, and a clear, doable writing plan — a roadmap that makes drafting intuitive instead of overwhelming.
Full package ranges from $2,800-$4,200 depending on manuscript type, scope, and chosen add-ons. Expect a timeline of 8-10 weeks of guided work.
*Book Proposal Assistance for non-fiction genres also available.
“Working with Ora was such a breath of fresh air—what she offers is different from any other business coach I’ve encountered. Instead of trying to squeeze me into some random biz dev framework, she helped me create a plan to reach my goals that was based on my own unique gifts and challenges as a sensitive wild soul.
Ora has a special gift for cutting through analysis paralysis with a joyfully clear sword of insight. And while there are few reliable shortcuts to success, I can’t deny that her no-BS approach delivers results. With her support I was able to make the pivot that I needed, so I could hold an even stronger container for the high-level transformation and creative flow of my clients. I was frequently surprised by the genius of her intuitive and emotional intelligence, but also her savvy when it comes down to more practical business matters. It's been a lot of fun, and I've also been able to preserve more of my own energy so that I can keep showing up strong every day. I’m grateful beyond words…I’d work with her again in a heartbeat.”
— Satya Colombo, author and transformational coach
Developmental Editing
(after you’ve written your manuscript)
This is a full deep-dive manuscript review and developmental edit (sometimes also called a content edit). This is a necessary step for every manuscript as you need professional eyes outside of your story to make sure your narrative works, whether you’re getting ready to self-publish or pitch to agents and publishers. My specialty genres are self-help, how-tos, and memoirs, but I love reading and editing fiction as well.
Things I am looking at:
· The arc and narrative of your manuscript. Are you closing loops that you introduced? Are you developing and unfolding the elements of your book that your reader is invested in?
· Your writing style and consistency, your strengths and weaknesses as a writer, and when and how to address both.
· The actual structure of the book. Does it make sense? Does it bring the reader on a naturally evolving journey?
· Your relationship to your ideal reader in your book. Are you hitting the marketing points that your ideal reader will respond to? Are you staying consistent and faithful to your readers? Are you delivering on your promises?
· Are you starting and ending your chapters in an engaging way? Are you utilizing formatting and storytelling devices?
· Overall, what works? What doesn’t work? How can you change what doesn’t work into what does?
I will be using track changes and making comments throughout in the margins of your document as well as providing 8-10 pages of high-level feedback and notes.
*While I do make note of some grammar patterns and other issues (you’ll see these kinds of edits made in track changes), this is not a copyedit. The developmental edit is big picture and content-focused. If you’re not sure about the types of editing you need, check out my blog here to learn more.
Price varies—starts at $1,800 for a 50K word manuscript and goes up based on length and scope of manuscript.
[Contact me if you’re a publisher or service provider looking to add contractor editors to your team, as different terms and rates apply for long-term clients.]
6-Month Coaching + Editorial Immersion
A comprehensive, high-touch container designed to bring your story to life. This six-month collaboration blends the deep support of book coaching with the strategic insight of professional editing—giving you the structure, accountability, and expert feedback you need to finally bring your book to life.
Whether you’re writing memoir, self-help, or fantasy fiction, this container guides you through every stage of the creative and emotional process. You’ll receive ongoing editorial assessment as you draft, chapter-by-chapter feedback and developmental editing, and personalized support that helps you stay aligned with your writing style, your message, your voice, and your reader.
Together, we’ll build and refine your book in real time, so you never have to write into the void, lose momentum, or wonder whether your work is “good enough.” You’ll finish the six months with a significantly developed manuscript, a stronger writer’s voice, and a clear editorial roadmap for completing and polishing your book.
This container is for authors who want both support and strategy, both accountability and expertise, and both emotional attunement and market-savvy editorial guidance.
What’s Included:
Biweekly 60-minute coaching + editorial sessions (12 total)
Feedback on up to 7,500–10,000 words per month
Developmental guidance on structure, arc, and narrative or teaching flow
Line-level notes on selected pages to strengthen voice and clarity
Support for emotional blocks, mindset, purpose, and writing resistance
Ongoing voice/email support between sessions
Monthly writing goals + custom accountability
Live revision guidance as chapters evolve
Final next-steps editorial roadmap to carry you beyond the six months
You’ll walk away with:
A deeply supported writing process, a more confident voice, a significantly stronger manuscript, and the clarity to finish your book with direction instead of doubt.
Note: Writers write at different paces, which is why this container doesn’t guarantee you a finished manuscript. With the guidance and routines that I provide in place, you absolutely can finish your entire manuscript in this timeframe, but I deeply respect your individual pacing and life as well.
*Only 1-2 spots available per year.
