Writing a book is not the same thing as writing a book readers actually want to read.
Most writers won’t put in the time and effort it takes to bridge the gap, but you don’t want to be like most writers.
You’re ready for a book coach.
Hi! I’m Sara Gentry - Math Ph.D. turned Author Accelerator triple-certified book coach for fiction, memoir, and nonfiction book writers.
I help writers shape their compelling ideas into commercially viable books.
Thanks to my background as a musician and mathematician, I have a knack for integrating the creative with the analytical. I’m an ideal ally for writers who have a strong voice but need support with structure, reader connection, and market placement.
"Sara provided detailed suggestions for improving my narrative and overall story structure and described possibilities for my story that I had yet to see. Because of her feedback the end result will be a stronger story. I learned a lot and appreciate having had the opportunity to work with her."
— Phyllisann, travel fiction writer
Webinars, DIY programs, and how-to-write books are great, but they can only get you so far.
I offer both private and group coaching options for writers who are ready to do the hard work of writing for a public audience.
Private Coaching
I work with a limited number of writers one-to-one. Not every writer is ready* for this level of commitment, but if you are, I invite you to apply for private book coaching.
*When I speak of being ready, I’m not referring to a writer’s publishing experience. Rather, I am referring to whether a writer is ready to dedicate the needed time, energy, and resources to do their best work.
In three deadlines over the course of three months, we’ll strengthen your book using Author Accelerator’s proven and tested Blueprint method. After our time together, you will be better positioned to write a book that can stand in a competitive market.
With each deadline, you’ll receive inline comments on your written work, an editorial letter providing clear guidance, and a 50-minute private video coaching call.
Your investment: $1500 (or $3000 with a developmental edit on a full manuscript or book proposal), paid in full or divided into 3 payments
Novel Resolution
Novel Resolution is a group coaching program that guides writers through the process of writing or revising a novel. Many writers aim to complete their writing goal in one year, but the program offers flexibility to accommodate personalized time frames.
This program is ideal for writers who are ready to take a more conscientious approach to writing a novel suitable for today’s market. Both experienced and new writers join the program, and book projects span commercial genres (NO erotica and horror because I don’t coach these genres) and markets (adult, YA, and middle grade).
In Novel Resolution, you will:
receive written, personalized feedback on the foundational elements of your novel so that you know if your story idea is strong and cohesive
learn the strategies I use with my private coaching clients through quick, on-demand lessons so that you have the tools you need without sacrificing too much writing time
ask questions and receive answers specific to your book during group Q&A calls so that you have book coaching support the entire year
stay accountable through weekly check-ins (with prizes!) and virtual write-along sessions so that you WRITE and FINISH
Novel Resolution opens for a limited time every January. Participants remain in the program through December of the same calendar year.
Novel Resolution: $1000 for the year (or 3 monthly payments of $350 each)
Small-Group Workshop
I offer small-group coaching in 2-6 week workshops.
All group workshops include written feedback on assignments, group coaching calls, and a private online community forum to connect with fellow writers.