Author Assistance

Here are just a few of the ways I help authors:

-        coordinate and oversee manuscript organization.

-        choose the right publishing method for you; established publisher or self-publish (and how to become a publisher yourself).

-        find professional resources for book cover design, typesetting editor, proofreader, copywriter, etc.

-        get the ISBN number, copyright registration, library cataloging information, and permissions to use the work of other, when necessary.

-        Prepare and format the manuscript.

By partnering with me, you can keep your costs down and finish more quickly, on a budget you can live with.

When you work with a trained Professional Author’s Assistant:

  • You will have access to the right information; to know what to do, when to do it, and how much it will cost,
  • You will find the rest of the members of your team through referrals; editors, cover designers, book printers, ebook publishers, etc.,
  • Your Author’s Assistant can coordinate the processes necessary for you to make the right steps at the right time, saving you time and money, and
  • You will have access to the expertise in specific services that you need; whether it be in the writing process, the publishing process, the marketing process or all of these services.

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    My goal is to provide you with the time to focus on writing your book – creating your best work.

     

    I can help you:

    - organize electronic record of your source documents

    - research your target reader

    - fact check information in your book

    - obtain permissions to use quotes or interviews

    - research potential publishers

    - prepare the manuscript per publisher requirements

    - become self-published (and keep your rights to your intellectual property)

    - brainstorm creative new ideas

    *It is important to note that I cannot provide the following professional services; publishing strategist, literary agent, ghostwriter, writing coach, editor, copyeditor, indexer, book or cover designer, copywriter, web designer, publicist, or marketing consultant unless otherwise marketed as such.  Referrals to these professional may be made.  I can, however, assist you with initial proofreading before you send your manuscript to a professional proofreader, and I can help you connect with the other professionals you will need.

    Let’s talk about your project.  At the very least, I can offer you some thoughts that may break the block to your next step.  Write me to arrange a free consultation – we may be great partners!