Author Services
author coaching & courses to help you publish professionally
You Have a Story. How Will You Tell It?
To become a published author, you don’t need to fit a certain mold, have fancy contacts in London or New York, or a high-powered literary agent. All you need is to be you: you have a unique story to tell; the desire to share it; now all you need is a bit of clarity around the craft and process of turning it into a finished product; and some friendly encouragement and support so you can accomplish your goal of getting your book out into the world.
We work with indie and aspiring authors by providing a range of services: from holistic guidance, removing blocks, coaching, developmental and copy editing, beautiful design, and ethical, human-centered publishing and promotional options….all to help you bring your writing project to fruition as a professionally published book.
Author Coaching
​1:1 Holistic Author Coaching
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Write the book. Authentically you.
We offer one-on-one coaching for writers who want more than productivity hacks and publishing jargon.
We will partner with you to:
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Identify creative blocks and figure out personalized ways to break through them
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Embrace your rhythms, energy, and season of bringing this book into existence
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Elevate and breathe life into your voice, confidence, and author identity
Whether you’re stuck on page one, halfway through a draft, or wondering if you actually qualify as a “real” writer…this space is for you. We’ll meet you where you are, honor your story, act as your creative companion, and strategize and shape your project alongside you.
The Complete New Author Course
The Complete New Author Self-Led Course
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Go from idea to finished book…And stay true to yourself along the way.
Our signature course provides a gentle, accessible roadmap for first-time authors. You’ll learn the how of ideating, outlining, writing and publishing, without the hustle culture or shame spiral.
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In this course, we cover:
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Finding and trusting your voice and purpose for writing
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Outlining your book and scheduling your writing time
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When to leverage AI, and when not to
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Structuring and finishing a manuscript
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Editing and soliciting feedback
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Options for designing your book
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Understanding today’s publishing landscape
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Preparing emotionally and practically for publication
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Launching and marketing your book
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The Self
Publishing Quiz
Get Clarity - Not Pressure.
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Writing and publishing isn’t one-size-fits-all. No matter where you are with your project and goals, you can make empowered choices that help get you where you want to be.
This quick yet insightful quiz helps you discover:
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Next steps in your writing journey
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Whether full self-publishing, indie press, or traditional publishing will best support your vision
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What kind of creative and logistical support you actually need
Book + Website Design
Book Design, Websites & Author Marketing Services
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Because your book should look as good as it feels. We offer full-service creative support for authors who want their work to be taken seriously; without sacrificing beauty or authenticity. Vanessa King of NOMADAKA, has been a designer for over 25 years, She helps authors stand out from the AI generic crowd with beautiful and unique covers and websites. We work together to create the author platform you want so you showcase your talent as a professional.
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SERVICES INCLUDE:
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Cover and interior book design
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Author websites that feel like you
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Thoughtful social media and launch support
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Cohesive visual branding across platforms
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Whether you’re publishing poetry, nonfiction, or fiction, we design with care—so readers feel your story before they even open the book. Contact Vanessa
