Writing a creative nonfiction book can be overwhelming. And working with a book coach 1:1 can be expensive. Take advantage of this opportunity for personalized 1:1 expert guidance on your CNF project at a fraction of the usual cost to work with a book coach.
Join nonfiction book coaches Suzette Mullen and Julie Artz for a “Your Next Step” VIP Mini-Retreat. The retreat takes place immediately following HippoCamp on August 14-15, 2022 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Bring your manuscript, your partial draft, or your big idea. Walk out with an actionable next steps plan for your book and more.
Cost: $699. Only 8 spots available.
You wrote the memoir. Now what? Find your next step with Julie and Suzette!
Empowering LGBTQ+ Writers and Allies
Here’s a preview of what it’s like to work with Suzette:
“Working with Suzette helped me refine and elevate my concept, position and focus my book, and pitch a polished proposal that sparked interest from multiple publishers and led to a book deal. Suzette is calm, in charge without being bossy, and tough in the best kind of way. She is attuned to finding the deeper “why” of your story, and she won’t let you get away without going as deep as you need to go in service of that story. She truly is Your Story Finder, your book coach.”
Amy Goldmacher, Editor of forthcoming anthology, Passed On: Daughters Write About Father Loss, Lack, and Legacy (University of Georgia Press).
Empowering Women to Tell Their Stories
Wondering what it’s like to have Julie guide your memoir work? Answer three questions:
- Are you a socially conscious reader?
- Are you ready to dig deep?
- Are you in this for the long-haul?
If you answered yes to these three questions, join us in Lancaster! Julie serves social and environmental justice-minded story geeks who understand that books change lives with a combination of craft knowledge, industry smarts, strategic planning, and tough love.
Check out this quick video for more about the type of memoir that inspires her.
“Julie, I am blown away by what I have been able to absorb of your feedback. Thank you for being so patient and generous with me and all of my questions. Author Accelerator has never steered me wrong! I can already see where I need to sharpen the “point.” Thank you for being open to clarifications, questions and a dialogue. I already feel safe in your literary hands.”
Henriette Ivanans-McIntyre, best-selling author of In Pillness and In Health. Read more about our collaboration in Henriette’s Success Story interview.
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BEFORE the Retreat
Writers submit:
- A draft query letter
- A writing sample
- A one-page summary of your project (template provided)
DURING the Retreat
We’ll gather for a welcome dinner and then spend the next day at a co-working space where you will get focused attention on your book project, in small-group and 1:1 sessions.
Light breakfast and lunch included plus an optional happy hour.
AFTER the Retreat
Participants will join Suzette and Julie for a small group 90-minute Zoom call in October where we’ll check-in and respond to questions.
Outcome
Participants will leave this coaching experience with:
- A query evaluation
- An assessment of craft challenges and marketability
- A community of serious, like-minded writers
- A next steps plan to get their manuscript query ready
- Bonus: An understanding of publication path options
“Your Next Step” VIP Mini-Retreat Schedule
Sunday, August 14, 2022*:
6:00 pm: Casual dinner after HippoCamp ends. Community building and informal Q&A.
Monday, August 15, 2022:
- 8:30 am: Check-in at local co-working space
Coffee/tea and light breakfast provided. - 9-10:30 am: Group gathering
- 10:30 am – 3:00 pm: 1:1 with coaches/quiet writing time/small group gathering
- 12:00 – 1:00: Lunch provided
- 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm: Path to Publication strategy session
- 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm: Wrap up/Q&A
- 5:00 pm: Optional Happy Hour
*Transportation, lodging, and happy hour not included in the price of the retreat.
Ready to sign up? A few logistics…
This retreat, which includes feedback on prework, a full day of learning, coaching, and community building, and a follow-up group coaching session for ongoing support, is available to 8 writers only. Get the benefits of 1:1 coaching and a VIP Day for only $699. Take Your Next Step, submit a brief application today by clicking Apply Now! below.
