Book coaching for fiction writers

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Not ready for a full year? Start with My Novel Beginning.
A four-week live course (four evenings total) that gets your novel off the ground: find your story, shape your idea, and build the habits to keep going. It's a great way to work with me before committing to a year.

Learn about My Novel Beginning.

Maybe you've carried the idea for years: a story that won't leave you alone, a dream of holding your book in your hands. Maybe you've made a start. Maybe you've written a first draft and hit a wall. Or maybe you're finally ready to stop wondering how writers do it and start finding out.

Whatever stage you're in, you don't have to go it alone.

My coaching now happens inside My Novel Year

I used to offer one-off coaching sessions. They helped, but an hour here and there rarely gets a book finished. So I built the thing I wish I'd had: a year of coaching, editing, and accountability, in a group small enough that I know every book inside out.

My Novel Year runs on two tracks:

My Novel Year: The Draft. For writers with an idea, or a stalled start, who want to finish a complete first draft in twelve months. Learn about The Draft.

My Novel Year: The Revision. For writers with a finished draft who want to revise it into a manuscript that's ready to query. Learn about The Revision.

What's included

  • Private 1:1 coaching with me, tailored to your book

  • Developmental editing of your manuscript

  • Monthly group workshops with your cohort

  • Small cohorts, never more than six writers

  • Pitch your novel to a literary agent and a Big Five editor.

Why work with me

I'm Georgia Clark, the internationally published author of eight novels, including Play It Again, Most Wonderful, Island Time, and It Had To Be You. My books have been optioned for film and television, featured everywhere from People to Harper's Bazaar to The Cut, and read around the world. I'm also a developmental editor and story coach for 831 Stories, where I help romance authors shape publishable manuscripts.

I coach from inside the trenches: I'm still writing, revising, and publishing novels myself. You get craft insight, honest feedback, and real knowledge of how publishing works.

Who I work with

The Beginner

The idea is calling you, and you're ready to stop waiting for the right time. We'll find your story, outline it, and build a writing process that fits your life. → The Draft

The Drafter

You've started, but you keep stalling. You need structure, deadlines, and someone in your corner until you type "The End.” → The Draft

The Reviser

You've finished a draft, but you know it's not ready. You need a clear diagnosis, a revision plan, and a path to agents. → The Revision

  • “Georgia used her incredible knowledge of the publishing world to diagnose my project and provide actionable next steps. She guided me to figure out which path forward was the best fit. I appreciated the time we spent brainstorming together, as that is often the most lonely part of the writing process. Her honesty alone is invaluable. I’d highly recommend working with her.”

    — Katie Cline

  • "Having a book coach like Georgia is essential for anyone struggling to move forward with their manuscript, no matter the stage. Whether you need help fleshing out an idea, improving a rough draft, or tightening up later revisions, Georgia is the person to turn to. She's an incredible listener who can answer any question about writing, editing, or publishing. As an encouraging friend with hard-won wisdom from her own career, she'll help you succeed. Georgia is worth the investment—and then some!"

    — Giovanna Bernardo

  • “I was in a writing slump after completing my first draft and getting feedback that the central conflict was too flat. I felt lost and uninspired. I reached out to Georgia for a coaching session and got the Hail Mary I was looking for. She immediately centered in on the opportunities in my book, helping me to bring through stronger ideas and build them through my plot. One hour of Georgia’s coaching spring-boarded me into my revision and I feel that now I have a much more compelling story.”

    — Sarah Constanza

  • “Georgia’s expertise and passion for writing are undeniable. What made the biggest impact is her ability to use her skills to give advice and feedback that is specific to my book and writing. As a first time writer, I found starting my writing and publishing journey with a coach like Georgia to be informative and eye-opening. Her advice on how to improve writing, things to consider when publishing a book, and be more focused and intentional about the content of a book were crucial for me as I embark on this journey.”

    — Amir Ashour

  • "Writing a rom-com has been a lifelong dream, and after taking classes and workshops, I knew I needed personalized support from someone who understands how to get published. Hiring Georgia as my book coach has been the best investment in pursuing that goal. In our first session, she helped me turn my vague ideas into a strong plot, and after our second session, her detailed feedback gave me the confidence to start writing. If you want a coach who cares about your story and will inspire and challenge you, don’t miss the chance to work with Georgia."

    — Taylor Hugo

FAQs

Do you still offer one-off coaching sessions?

1

Not at the moment. All my coaching now happens inside My Novel Year, where I can support writers through a whole book.

What kinds of novels do you work with?

2

"All kinds of fiction: book club and upmarket novels, literary fiction, romance, mysteries, thrillers, and everything in between. If you're writing a novel, I'd love to hear about it.

Will I get to pitch a literary agent?

3

Yes. Both year-long tracks end with a live pitch session with a working literary agent and an editor from a major publisher.

How do I join?

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Book a free consultation call. We'll talk about your book and figure out which track fits.