Clarity for complex stories
Helping writers of literary fantasy and speculative fiction shape ambitious ideas into compelling books
Writing a book is a deeply personal journey.
You pour your heart into your story, crafting characters, worlds, and plots that demand to be told. But when it’s time to take the next step, whether revising, publishing, or sharing your work, it’s easy to feel stuck, unsure of the path forward.
That’s where I come in.
As a book coach, I help writers like you gain clarity on what you want to achieve and the confidence to make the right decisions to get there.
Many of the stories I work with fall into the realms of contemporary literary fantasy and experimental speculative fiction. “What if” character-driven stories, where the stakes are personal rather than epic. Where we really care about their emotional journey. Where the speculative and fantastical aspects serve the story.
Whether you’re crafting your first novel or revising your latest work-in-progress, as your book coach, I will work alongside you from story development through to self-publishing strategies.
Together, we’ll turn your amazing ideas into a polished, publishable work you’re proud to share with the world.
Why work with me
I understand the challenges of writing because I’ve been there myself. I know what it’s like to wrestle with a story that feels like it’s holding you back, and I know the relief and freedom that comes from finding clarity and moving forward.
With a background in communications and years of experience as an indie author, I bring both expertise and empathy to my coaching.
My goal is to help you navigate the complexities of writing and publishing so you can achieve your creative vision and reach your goals as a writer.
Ways for us to work together
For when the story hasn’t quite clicked yet.
For when you have a full draft but something still feels off.
For when you want steady guidance while writing, revising, or publishing your book.
For when the book is ready but publishing decisions feel overwhelming.
What you’ll gain with book coaching
Working with a book coach is different than focusing on specific aspects of your book. That’s because with book coaching, we’re working together with the big picture in mind.
A great example, is hiring an editor to help you with line edits. Or hiring a designer to help create a cover for your book. This expertise is critical. However, it’s focused on that one aspect. It’s not the job of a line editor to explore with you whether your story delivers on the ‘why’ you’re hoping for. It’s not the job of the cover designer to consider the best way to visually position your book for your readers. Both of these experts will likely ask YOU for that direction.
Book coaching is where you can have those conversations. It’s where we have thoughtful creative conversations and identify the next best practical steps for your specific book and your specific goals.
You’ll gain:
“Carmen was pivitol to finding a clear path forward to publish my metaphysical fantasy, The Six Knowings of ASAIRA. This was no ordinary manuscript as each page had a different design, with narrative prose, poetic verse, illustrations, and voices with their own unique colours and fonts. I couldn’t have done it without her!”
Author
“Carmen Wright’s book coaching guided me through step-by-step questions that made me pause, reflect, and explore my intentions more deeply. I had an idea of what I wanted to write. This process clarified my story in ways I hadn’t anticipated. It was truly a pleasure to work with her.”
Author
Take the next step
Your story deserves to be told. I’m here to help you tell it. Let’s work together to bring your vision to life and share it with the world.