Story Development - RUTH SHILLING

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See your story clearly

Working with a new idea? Revising a manuscript?

I’ll help you uncover what’s working, identify what’s missing and move forward with confidence so you can write a story readers won’t want to put down.

Are you wondering:

Is my story idea worth pursuing?
What’s missing from this story?
Why does this manuscript feel flat?
Will readers care about this character?
Am heading in the right direction?

You want your readers to stay up too late turning pages, connecting deeply with your characters, then recommending your book to their friends.

But first, you need some assurance that your story can deliver that experience.

I’ll help you evaluate your story objectively, strengthen the pieces that aren’t yet serving the reader, and build a foundation that supports a compelling and engaging novel from beginning to end.

If you’d like to chat with me about my Story Development package, click the button below and tell me about your story. We’ll schedule a quick intro call before we get started. I’m looking forward to meeting you.

Tell me about your story

At the conclusion of our work together, you will have:

a vision of your book in the marketplace, including a summary, POV, objectives for the characters, end goal for main character, and much more
a process that can be duplicated for future novels
regular deadlines that provide: cheerleading, accountability, feedback to dive deeper into the story and characters, consistency of input, and more
best of all, you’ll have confidence you can take the outline you’ve written and use it for writing and revision

Are you ready to get started?

The cost for the Story Development package is $1599 and includes:

Over 6 deadlines and video calls, we’ll evaluate your story objectively together.
I’ll help you by asking thoughtful questions, using deep story analysis, and a genuine curiosity about the story you want to tell.
You’ll gain a greater understanding of your characters, plot, and themes, as well as a clear path for bringing your vision to life.
We’ll address any questions you have about my individualized feedback and we’ll come up with actionable steps so you feel good moving forward.

Through objective story analysis, thoughtful questions, and collaborative coaching, I will help you uncover what’s working, identify what’s missing, and build confidence in both your story and your ability to tell it.

Tell me about your story and what I can help you with.

Tell me about your story

If you’re hesitant to sign up for the Story Development coaching package, click the link below and share some info about your story. We’ll then schedule a free 25-minute call to chat.

I look forward to getting to know a little about you and your story.

Share your story

Not ready for the Story Development package? Try the Mini Blueprint Strategy Session for $349.

Worksheet created by Jennie Nash to start thinking through your story—to put flesh on your idea
1:1 coaching feedback on your story ideas, including: genre, main character’s arc of change, main conflict, and more
Opportunity to go deeper on plot and character development
50-minute call to discuss the feedback and get you moving forward
This is a $399 value.

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*Prices are subject to change at any time and without notice.

*The Mini Blueprint is a writing resource from Author Accelerator.