FROM BLANK PAGE TO FINAL DRAFT
As a writer, coach and host of The Write Place Podcast, I’ve spent more than 20 years helping stories take shape, through my novels, scripts, and supporting other writers to bring their ideas to life.
I know what it’s like to wrestle with self-doubt, lose momentum halfway through a draft, or struggle to make consistent progress. That’s why I offer a range of flexible mentoring options. Some writers prefer one-to-one guidance. Others thrive with regular check-ins and the support of a small group. Wherever you are in your writing journey, there’s a solution here to help you keep going.
If you’re looking for a writing mentor in the UK, someone to help you finish your novel, build a writing routine or get expert feedback on your work, you’re in the right place. Each of the packages below is designed to give you structure, accountability and support without pressure or fluff.
And once your book is ready, I can help you with the publishing side of things too, to get your book into the hands of your readers. Where it belongs.
COMPLETE SELF PUBLISHING PACKAGE - £749
SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER
Full setup and support to professionally publish your book while keeping 100% control and royalties.
This package is ideal for writers who want to get their book into the world without dealing with the technicalities. I’ll manage the setup and design, while you stay in control of your accounts and rights.
This is not vanity or ‘partnership’ publishing — you keep full ownership and all royalties. Although the book will be released through my Pick Lock Publishing imprint, giving you the appearance of a professional independent publishing house, all files will be uploaded to your KDP (Amazon) author account and other retailers, giving you full control.
Want to see if this package is right for you? Click here to arrange a FREE 15 minute discovery Zoom call with me.
You’ll get:
A 60-minute planning call to review your needs
ISBN registration under my imprint, Pick Lock Publishing
Kindle and print-ready formatting (eBook + paperback)
Custom or template-based cover design
Setup guidance and publishing support for:
Kindle Direct Publishing (Amazon)
BookVault and IngramSpark for print distribution (including Great British Bookshop placement)
Metadata, category, and pricing guidance
Screen share support for final uploads to your own KDP and print-on-demand accounts (you retain full access and control)
A post-launch checklist to keep your release on track
Email support for two weeks after publication
One-to-One Publishing Support – £299
A structured, personal support package designed to walk you through the publishing process step by step.
Two 60-minute coaching calls via Zoom
A personalised publishing checklist
Advice on tools, platforms, pricing and formatting
Optional screen share call to walk through your final upload to Amazon
Follow-up email support for two weeks after our final call
Want to see if this package is right for you? Click here to arrange a FREE 15 minute discovery Zoom call with me.
Ongoing Support – £89/month
Two 30-minute check-in calls per month
Weekly goals and simple task-setting
Priority email access
No long-term commitment, cancel any time
Kick-Off Publishing Call - £49
Feeling stuck on your next step?
In this focused 45-minute call we’ll map out exactly how to move your manuscript from draft to published—without guesswork, YouTube rabbit holes or costly detours.
What we’ll cover
Quick audit of where your book and platform stand
Clarified publication goal and timeline
Tailored checklist: formatting, ISBNs, platforms, launch sequence
Recording + PDF recap delivered within 24 hours
Why pay for a call?
Because free chats give you reassurance—this call gives you a plan. The £49 also acts as your commitment credit: book any One-to-One or Complete package within 14 days and the fee is deducted in full.
No hidden upsell, no royalty grabs—just honest, actionable guidance to make self-publishing simple.
(Need hands-on support straight away? Skip this step and choose a full coaching package instead.)