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Thinking of writing a book to share your wisdom with others but not sure you’re ready?

Let’s talk.

I’m a book coach specializing in helping women who are good at what they do get clear on what they want to write and why.

Explore your why

Already know your why and
ready to move your book forward?

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You may have tossed around the idea of writing a book for a long time, maybe for years, or even since childhood.

Or perhaps someone has said, “You should write a book,” but you’re really not sure you’re up to the task.

Wouldn’t you love to talk with someone in the book world who can help you clarify what to do, if anything?

Go for the clarity

I’m offering an in-depth 90-minute session, with deep work before and after we talk, to search your why and get you headed in the right direction.

Investment $500.

Here’s how it works:

  • Search it

    Before we meet, I’ll send you a detailed questionnaire in which you tell me what you’re thinking—your concerns, your fears, your desires, your dreams.

  • Explore it

    Then we’ll talk. I’ll help you uncover your why and what, answer your questions about writing a book, and help you decide what you want to do next.

  • Do it

    After the call, I’ll send you any additional resources you may need, information or suggestions to help you take the next step in whichever direction you’ve chosen.

Set your direction
 

 When we’re done, you’ll know what to do next. It could be…

Do some research,

either for the actual content of your book or to see what else has been written.

 

Let it gestate.

Sit with what we’ve uncovered, continue to probe, and let your best choice be revealed.

 
 

Pivot . . .

to a writing topic you’re more passionate about.

 
 
 

Stop, let it go,

if writing a book, or writing it right now, does not match your deep why.

Or, get started!

I can serve as your book coach from idea to blueprint to book proposal to finished manuscript, or I can connect you with the coach best suited to your needs.

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A little about me.

My passion is supporting people in their creative endeavors. I’ve been doing it for decades with those around me, and now, as a book coach, I bring that passion to my clients.

I started my first business right out of college, giving small businesses the marketing department they couldn’t afford in-house. Since that time, I’ve spent years writing, researching, editing, and managing creative projects.

The training I’ve received to become a certified book coach through Author Accelerator has been rigorous. I’m thrilled to be able to employ that expertise on your behalf.

I ask the questions that bring forth your wisdom and uncover the point you’re trying to make.

Let's work together

What Others Are Saying

The adjectives that come to mind when I think about Mary Bernstein’s book coaching style: Intuitive, thoughtful, probing, and thorough. Mary is fully present to you and your work, as if you were her only client.

— Suzette Mullen, memoir writer

Mary is a gentle soul who is directed, intuitive, and very resourceful. She guided me through my creative process with grace, skill, and accountability.

— Lynn Theriault, nonfiction writer

Are you already clear about your why and ready to be coached in making your book the best it can be?

Because, through the long process of writing a book, should you decide to write one, it’s the “why” that will sustain you.