Aspiring Writer to Published Author with the Write Coach

When you work with a Write Practice certified book coach, you’ll get the knowledge, feedback, and encouragement they need to become published authors and accomplish their writing goals.

Why Hire a Book Coach

We all need a coach. Hemingway had coaches. Stephen King had a coach. Mary Shelley had a coach. Even Joe Bunting, the founder of The Write Practice, had a coach.

You need someone who can point you in the right direction for your unique writing journey, who can tell you what’s working and what’s not working in your writing, and who can help you problem-solve on your way to publication.

When you hire a Write Practice certified book coach, here’s what you’ll get:

1. The Write Structure for Your Project

All our coaches are trained in The Write Structure framework and can pinpoint the structural strengths and challenges for your book.

2. Encouraging Feedback

Writing is hard! You need someone who can not only tell you what’s not working in your writing (and how to fix it), but who can tell you what is working and encourage you to keep going.

3. Accountability

Our coaches know how to provide the accountability you need to stay focused and finish your book.

4. A Problem Solver

Every book project comes with confusing problems that can be tough to solve on your own. Get someone who knows how books work and can brainstorm solutions to your problems.

5. Someone Who Cares

Writing can feel lonely. There aren’t many people who understand what it’s like to write and publish a book. It’s good to have someone who knows the process, can speak with authority about next steps, and can help point you in the right direction not only for this book, but your entire author career.

We all need a coach. If you’re ready to find yours, meet our certified book coaches below.

What Are My Coaching & Editing Options?

You can work with a coach to create a custom package that fits your needs, but we also offer several standard editing and coaching options:

      • Power Coaching Call – A 30-minute call to help you get unstuck. Perfect if you need to talk through ideas or obstacles, or if you just want to give coaching a try. You can book a Power Coaching Call here.
      • Coaching Call with Critique – A 30- or 60-minute call that includes feedback on your writing.
      • Book Plan Critique – Get expert feedback on your book plan to ensure you start writing with a clear direction.
      • Manuscript Critique – A full read-through of your manuscript with detailed critique, plus a 1-hour coaching call.
      • Weekly/Monthly Coaching – Ongoing support through email check-ins, calls, and critiques. This can be part of our 100 Day Book program or a custom coaching plan.

Not sure what you need? Reach out, and we’ll help you find the right fit!

What Writers Are Saying

Paul
Power Coaching Call
5 stars rating

Review from Paul’s Manuscript Critique

Reviewed on November 3, 2025
Yes, I would work with this coach again!

His observations were delivered in a casual, relaxed style, making the medicine go down easily. He is personable, yet professional, encouraging but direct. He has seen and lived through my genre before, and this experience is valuable. I would definitely work with this man again.

Karl
Power Coaching Call
5 stars rating

Review from Karl’s One-Off Coaching Call with Chapter Critique

Reviewed on November 3, 2025
Yes, I would work with this coach again!

Kitty's review of my story has helped me improve my writing several times over. Her attention to details was amazing. She has the ability to communicate both tactically and strategically. She is a fantastic coach and I intend to work with again.

Christine
Developmental Editing/Book Coaching
5 stars rating

Review from Christine’s Developmental Editing/Book Coaching

Reviewed on November 3, 2025
Yes, I would work with this coach again!

Kitty is a very insightful but compassionate coach. I love that we can discuss the points and hash them out. This enables me to work through the different points, which I find very helpful. I know the book will be better for working with her.

Stephen
Coaching Call
5 stars rating

Review from Stephen’s Coaching Call

Reviewed on October 13, 2025
Yes, I would work with this coach again!

Alicya is very talented and understanding. We are working well together on my rewrite. I appreciate her insights and valuable advice very much.

Meet the Coaches

Hannah Wolfe

Hannah Wolfe

Passionate about helping writers find their best voice and publish their works.

Julia Raffel

Julia Raffel

Certified book coach specializing in helping writers craft dark, tense, and character-driven stories that keep readers hooked.

Jasmine Bastian

Jasmine Bastian

Partnering with writers to unlock their creativity and understand their craft

Jake A. Strife

Jake A. Strife

I excel at bringing characters to life through their actions, dialogue, and relationships with their fellow world inhabitants.

Lilia Lee

Lilia Lee

and bring their novels to life. She’s equal parts structure nerd and cheerleader — and she knows how to get you to “The End.”

Kitty Lascurain

Kitty Lascurain

Award-winning author and journalist, certified developmental editor and proofreader, and compassionate story coach.

John Malnor

John Malnor

Award winning self-published author and certified book coach

Sue Weems

Sue Weems

Award-winning instructor and writer of 20+ years, book coach, and editor.

Kyle Cisco

Kyle Cisco

Kyle has worked on Thriller, Horror, Alternate History, Urban Fantasy, Speculative Fiction, and much more editing over a million words per year, and his expertise in military structure and accurate depiction of military personnel gives readers stories the feel of authenticity that readers crave. 

J Burton

J Burton

J Burton helps writers to shape their stories and to find the readers who will love them.

Alicya Galpin

Alicya Galpin

Certified Book Coach | Host of the Publishing Workshop at TheWritePractice | Literary Fiction Author and Ghostwriter

Joe Bunting

Joe Bunting

WSJ Bestselling author, founder of The Write Practice, and book coach with 14+ years experience.

Sue Hacking

Sue Hacking

Freelance writer for 30+ years. Coach and developmental editor in multiple genres for 10+ years.

Sarah Gribble

Sarah Gribble

Bestselling author with over five years of coaching experience.

Get a Quote

Not sure which coach is the right fit for you? We’ll match you! Once paired, your coach will reach out to discuss the best way to work together and provide a quote. Just fill out the information below to get started.

If you’d like to choose your own coach, please click on one above to request a quote. 

Become an Author with the Write Coach

All of our coaches are trained and certified using our unique Write Practice methodology to give aspiring writers the knowledge, feedback, and encouragement they need to become published authors and accomplish their writing goals.

We all need a coach, someone who can point out the next step in our literary journey, and we want to help you find the right coach for you. If you’re ready to get started find a coach above, or if you’d like us to help you find the right coach (the write coach?) send us a note at admin [at] thewritepractice [dot] come and we’ll recommend someone.

Good luck, and happy writing.

P.S. Want to become a book coach? Check out our book coach certification program here.