Transform Your Writing Journey
Empowering Authors to Create Impactful Books
Comprehensive Book Coaching
Book Coaching Services Overview
At Talgrin Publishing, we offer specialized coaching packages designed to support authors at every stage of their writing journey. Whether you're in the planning phase, drafting your manuscript, or refining your revisions, our expert coaches are here to guide you through each step, ensuring your book reaches its full potential.
Choose from our three distinct coaching packages: the Manuscript Structure Coaching Package for planning, the Manuscript Draft Coaching Package for drafting, and the Ongoing Revision Coaching Package for polishing your work. Each package is tailored to meet your specific needs, providing you with the accountability and expertise necessary to succeed.
Build a solid foundation
Manuscript Structure Coaching Package
One-on-one Manuscript Structure Coaching guides you, the author, through the process of designing the structure and flow of a manuscript. This includes the structure and flow of the overall manuscript as well as the structure and flow of each chapter.
Includes the following during a three-month time frame:
- ​An initial 30-minute video call to discuss your writing goals, and your initial manuscript ideas
- Bi-weekly assignment deadlines (6 total)
- Six 60-minute video coaching calls after deadlines
- Completion of detailed book outline
- Email support between deadlines for questions or brainstorming
By the end of the planning stage, you will have completed a detailed outline for your manuscript, and you’ll be ready to start the drafting phase.
Accountability to keep you on track
Manuscript Draft Coaching Package
One-on-one Manuscript Draft Coaching provides accountability and feedback during the draft-writing stage. Deadlines will keep you moving toward the goal of completing your manuscript on time. The page reviews provide feedback and guidance for self-edits.
Includes the following during a six-month time frame:
- Before our first call, you’ll submit a Q&A form to help me assess your manuscript structure, your writing schedule, and the goals for your manuscript
- Bi-weekly writing assignment deadlines (12 total)
- Bi-weekly page review and developmental edit; Up to fifty pages reviewed per deadline
- Twelve 60-minute (2 per month) one-on-one coaching calls
- Email support between deadlines for questions or brainstorming
Expert guidance for rewrites
Ongoing Revision Coaching Package
One-on-one Ongoing Revision Coaching provides accountability and feedback during your self-edit stage, after your first draft has been completed. This is a good option for someone who has already completed their manuscript and needs help during the re-writing and optimization stage.
Includes the following during a three-month time frame:
- A complete manuscript evaluation highlighting any issues with the current draft
- A detailed step-by-step plan for how to tackle these issues
- Twice monthly deadlines to establish consistent execution of the revision plan
- Twice monthly written feedback and video calls to discuss the revised pages
- Email support between deadlines for questions or brainstorming
A well-written book does not sound like a transcript
Comprehensive Editing Services
Developmental Editing
A Developmental Edit provides commentary and advice on the content, structure and direction of your manuscript. It is a holistic edit, focused on structural and creative feedback. It does not address the manuscript’s mechanical needs (spelling, punctuation, grammar, etc.) because the focus is primarily on developing solid, well-written manuscript rather than looking after technical details.
- Nonfiction titles: focuses on structure, organization and argument development.
- Fiction titles: focuses on plot, organization and character development.
With a Developmental Edit, the author is responsible for making the recommended revisions. The editor does not revise the manuscript.
Content Editing
Content editing is a combination of developmental editing and copy editing, with the editor making most of the necessary revisions. Content editing addresses the same mechanical needs as copy editing but delves much deeper by also working with the content and structure of the manuscript. A content edit will help clarify meaning, eliminate superfluous words or jargon, and improve the accuracy of vocabulary use.
- Nonfiction titles: focuses on consistency of information, structure, and organization, argument development, use of visual aids, and flow of ideas.
- Fiction titles: focuses on maintaining consistency in the storyline, characters, and dialogue.
Proofreading
Proofreading includes, but is not limited to, correction of erroneous cross-references, looking for and correcting missing words, catching and correcting misspellings (particularly those that get through spell-check unnoticed).

If proofreading is performed after the layout has been completed by a designer, your editor will also complete a visual check for formatting issues, such as incorrect word breaks, headings and line spacing, etc. to ensure consistency in the overall layout.
Copy Editing
Copy editing focuses on correction of errors in grammar, usage, spelling, punctuation and other mechanics of style, internal consistency, cross-referencing, labeling, syntax, abbreviation errors and verification of citations for manuscripts.
Editor's Manuscript Evaluation
If you don't know what you need, start with an evaluation. An editor will read your manuscript, assess its strengths and weaknesses, suggest improvements, and recommend the editing services that will have the greatest impact on improving your book. Your editor reads your manuscript in its entirety and produces a full written assessment.
Ghostwriting Services
At Talgrin Publishing, our ghostwriting services are designed to help authors bring their ideas to life through a structured and collaborative process. We guide you through each phase, ensuring your voice shines through in the final manuscript. Limited availability. Projects will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Each project will consist of four phases:
In the planning stage, we work closely with you to establish a solid manuscript structure. This phase mirrors our Manuscript Coaching Package, where we help you outline your ideas and create a roadmap for your book.
Planning Stage
Phase 1
Phase 2
Speak Your Book
During this phase, you will record audio teachings for each chapter, presenting your ideas TED talk style. This approach allows your expertise and personality to come through naturally.
Phase 3
Transcript To Draft

Clean transcripts of the audio teachings are generated and used to create the first draft of the manuscript.
A book should never sound like a transcript. The written voice for most authors is more formal than the voice they use when speaking from a stage. The editor/ghostwriter transforms the transcript into a manuscript that reads well and matches the author’s voice, creating a polished and engaging final product.
Phase 4
Content Edit
Frequently Asked Questions
Explore our coaching, editing, and ghostwriting services through these common inquiries to help you make an informed decision.
How do I get started?
Getting started is easy! Simply reach out to us for a consultation, and we’ll discuss your book project and how our services can best support you.What are the fees for your services?
Fees vary based on the specific services you choose and the scope of your project. We provide a detailed rate sheet for our coaching and editing services upon request.Do you offer services for fiction authors?
Currently, our primary focus is on non-fiction projects. However, we are open to discussing fiction projects on a case-by-case basis.What is the timeline for completing a project?
The timeline varies depending on the service and the complexity of your project. We work with you to establish a realistic schedule that meets your needs.Can I work with the same coach throughout the process?
Yes, we strive to provide continuity by allowing you to work with the same coach throughout your writing journey, ensuring a consistent and personalized experience.
What is book coaching?
Book coaching involves personalized guidance throughout the writing process, from planning your manuscript structure to drafting and revising your work. Our coaches provide accountability and expert advice tailored to your unique needs.How does the editing process work?
Our editing services options are: an editor's manuscript evaluation, developmental editing, content editing, copy editing, and proofreading.
What is ghostwriting?
Ghostwriting is a service where a professional writer collaborates with you to create your book. We guide you through the planning phase, help you articulate your ideas, and transform your spoken content into a polished manuscript.Can I choose a specific coaching package?
Yes, we offer various coaching packages tailored to different stages of the writing process, including planning, drafting, and revisions. You can select the package that best fits your current needs.What if I need help with revisions?
Our ongoing revision coaching package is designed to assist you in refining your manuscript after the first draft. We provide feedback and support to help you optimize your work effectively.
Get Your Questions Answered
If you have more questions or need further clarification about our services, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help you succeed in your writing journey.
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Are you ready to take the next step in your writing journey? Whether you're just starting to outline your ideas or you're in the thick of revisions, our publishing services are designed to support you at every stage. Reach out today for a personalized consultation to discuss your book project and discover how we can help you transform your vision into a compelling manuscript.