Book Mentoring
How I Help Authors Write the Right Book
Most people who come to me aren’t short of ideas. In fact, they usually have too many. There are too many possible books swirling in their heads, Post-it notes everywhere, and a sneaky voice whispering, “Who do you think you are to write this anyway?”
Sound familiar?
That’s where I come in. I help experts and changemakers turn scattered thoughts into a clear message, a focused structure, and a manuscript they’re proud of – a book that builds authority, grows their business, and actually gets finished. With the right support and strategy, your book becomes an asset, not another overwhelming project.
Whether you need clarity, momentum, deeper support, or full accountability, there’s a pathway that meets you exactly where you are.
Smart Author – Self-Study: £497+VAT
Your guided starting point with structure, clarity, and direction.
Prefer to work independently at your own pace?
Smart Author – Self-Study gives you the full six-week online Smart Author System, complete with a step-by-step framework, the Book Launch Blueprint, and a 30-minute 121 mentoring call to keep you on track. It’s ideal if you want clear structure and practical tools with the flexibility to fit your schedule. You can also bundle it with the Smart Author Sprint for extra accountability and momentum.
Find out more by watching this Masterclass.
“The Smart Author Self-Study gave me structure and a clear step-by-step plan. The 121 call with Karen was invaluable – her tips took my book to the next level.” – Jo Haynes
Smart Author Writing Sprint: £297+VAT (early bird offers apply)
Six weeks of momentum, focus, and real progress.
If you’re ready to finally get words on the page, the Writing Sprint is a focused six-week group programme designed to help you build a consistent writing habit.
With live writing hours, practical group sessions, and a supportive community, you’ll get a jump start, rediscover your confidence, and make visible progress quickly.
“When I joined the Sprint, I only had a title and a vague structure. By the end, I was really clear on my new structure and message – and that clarity means I can write my chapters with confidence.” – Mary
Smart Author Momentum: £997+VAT (or payment plan – early bird offers apply)
Your pathway to steady progress – and a book that actually gets finished.
Smart Author Momentum is a three-month group writing and coaching experience for authors who want deeper support, clearer structure, and ongoing accountability as their book takes shape.
The Sprint helps you start and Momentum helps you keep going. It includes weekly coaching and thinking space, live writing hours, clarity on structure, message, and direction, a supportive community, and personalised support during the messy middle.
“The weekly sessions kept me motivated and made sense of all the competing ideas in my head.” – Claudia D. Thompson
Writing Retreat in Spain: from £3450+VAT (early bird offers apply)
Seven days. One beautiful retreat space. Big breakthroughs.
Sometimes the best way to make real progress is to step away from everything else.
Our seven-night Writing Retreat in Spain gives you coaching, connection, quiet, and uninterrupted time to focus on your manuscript – all in a stunning setting.
Perfect whether you’re at the planning stage, mid-draft, or polishing your structure. Six places available on each retreat.
Reserve your place on the Writing Retreat
“The retreat helped me make huge progress and set me up for success long after I got home.” – Della Judd
Personalised Bespoke 121 Book Mentoring
The highest level of expert support – tailored entirely to you.
If you want personalised guidance, private coaching, and a mentor by your side throughout your book journey, I offer a limited number of bespoke 121 packages, including:
- A focused Strategy Session (£300+VAT)
- A deep-dive VIP Strategy Day (£1500+VAT)
- Six-month Book Mentoring Programme (£6000+VAT includes a developmental review of your manuscript - ideal if you've got a first draft)
- Nine-month Book Mentoring Programme (£8000+VAT includes a developmental review of your manuscript - ideal if you've not yet started)
- A full done-with-you partnership, including co-writing or ghost writing (investment up to £25000 depending upon the level of commitment)
Whatever the format, 121 mentoring gives you tailored guidance, expert feedback, and the accountability needed to take your book from idea to launch.
Book a call to enquire about 121 Book Mentoring
“Karen helped me cut through the noise and build the confidence to get my first draft moving.” – Kimberley Ashwin
“I signed with a publisher who praised how well written my manuscript was – that’s thanks to Karen’s expert coaching.” – Christine Barnes
“Karen brought invaluable insight and helped me turn raw ideas into a compelling narrative. Her support has been priceless.” – Hayley Paterson
