Mini Blueprint Strategy Session
Create a clear starting point for your memoir with coaching that refines and jump-starts your writing process. Stop spinning around your idea so you can start writing instead.
Imagine...
Clarifying your “why” and how it will help you make important decisions about your book.
Having a “big-picture” sense of your book and what you want to say.
Feeling confident about your idea so you can start planning and outlining.
If you're ready to...
Clearly define your story or book idea.
See your book’s concept and direction before you start writing.
Get excited about your book and the journey of bringing it to life.
Then, you’re ready for the Mini Blueprint Strategy Session.
Professional feedback
You'll walk away with detailed, personalized feedback based on Jennie Nash's Mini Blueprint clarity tool.
This coaching process helps you get a high-level “big picture” vision of your book to feel confident about your idea.
Get clear about your audience, what you want to say, and why you want to write this book.
Determine your story arc or the transformation you want your readers to experience.
Identify key points in your book to start outlining and writing with intention.
Feel confident about your story's direction.
What's Included
Mini Blueprint Worksheet
This powerful, one-page worksheet helps you see your book's big picture to get clear about your idea, what your book is really about, and what you want to say.
Deceptively simple, it's designed to help you think deeply about your story so you can feel confident that you're moving in the direction you want when you start writing.
Editorial Feedback
After you submit your work, I'll review it in detail, offer you feedback within your responses, and provide a summary in an editorial letter.
This feedback combines a high-level summary in the letter with specific feedback within your work. You'll know exactly what to focus on next with a specific plan.
60-Minute Conversation
After you've received my comments, we'll get on a Zoom call to talk about it. This will help you get immediate feedback on your work, your next steps, and any questions you have. This is your chance to plan your next steps so you can move forward with confidence.
You can apply your investment (yes, the full $249*) toward Un-Mess Your Memoir to continue the momentum.
Get Excited about Your Book
*The discount must be used within four months toward the same book project. Price and discounts are subject to change at any time.
What People Are Saying
“Maurene is a powerhouse, and she’s been so instrumental in helping me give birth to my book! She’s organized, sharp, and wonderfully insightful, but most importantly, she gives very straightforward feedback in the kindest way possible; we have great collaborative conversations, and her coaching is top-notch. I was struggling with the organization of my book, and Maurene was able to draw out which direction the book really needed to go, helping me see the path clearly. I wholeheartedly recommend working with Maurene as a book coach!”
— Rebecca B.
Why work with me?
If we haven’t met yet, I’m Maurene.
Author, instructor, and experienced book coach.
If you’re like me, you’ve probably spent years consuming all the books, blogs, and advice out there, hoping to find the perfect approach to writing your book. I’ve tried the classes, joined the groups, and even earned a master’s degree in writing. But despite all that, I found the practical side of writing still eluded me.
I was often told, “Just write, it’ll come together.".
But it didn’t. I’ve been the writer staring at a blank screen, willing the words to come. Now, I help other writers avoid the overwhelm and frustration.
In addition to authoring several nonfiction books, I've contributed to Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Miracle of Love, and I’m now knee-deep in my memoir. Between drafts, I coach women who are ready to write the stories and books that won’t leave them alone.
My Credentials
I’m a lifelong learner at heart. If "professional student" were a job title, I’d have claimed it!
To fulfill that passion, I’ve earned various certifications and continue to engage in professional development.
MFA in Creative Writing
Author Accelerator Coaching Certifications: Nonfiction, Memoir, and Fiction
ClubEd: Developmental Editing Certifications, Fiction & Nonfiction
Additional editorial training through Liminal Pages, Editorial Arts, and Club Ed.
As an Author Accelerator certified book coach, I am qualified to coach writers using Author Accelerator's strategy, methods, and materials, but I operate independently of Author Accelerator and am not affiliated with them.
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly happens in a Mini Blueprint Strategy Session?
You'll get a structured coaching process built around Jennie Nash's Mini Blueprint tool. We'll dig into who your book is for, what you're really trying to say, and the shape your story or transformation takes. You'll leave with written, personalized feedback you can use immediately.
Do I need to have already started writing my book?
No. This is designed for the "before" stage, when you have an idea but haven't clarified it enough to outline or draft with confidence. If you're staring at a blank page wondering where to even start, this is built for exactly that.
What if I've already got a full manuscript or partial draft?
This session is about big-picture clarity, not line-level feedback on existing pages. If you're further along and need developmental support on a manuscript in progress, Un-Mess Your Memoir is the better fit.
How soon can I book, and what's the turnaround for feedback?
When you order, you'll be asked to complete a short intake form so I can learn more about you and your idea. You'll also receive a confirmation email. I'll follow up with a link to the materials you'll need. Once those are complete, you'll be able to schedule the call.
Start Strong
$249*
*Your investment can be applied toward Un-Mess Your Memoir to continue getting ongoing support.