it’s time to tell your story.

I WANT TO WORK WITH YOU

Dani Keen with Chasing Dust Book

Telling great stories doesn’t happen alone. It requires a whole village of people so that your idea can come to life and be remarkable.

Part of what lights me up is helping others learn about crafting great stories in an accessible way. I don’t think it should cost thousands of dollars to gain that knowledge. I want to create a space where writers can invest a reasonable amount of time and money and see real results.

You have the tenacity to write and the ideas to write about. I am here to help you organize them so that you can let your story grow into something excellent.

YOU’VE GOT CHOICES

Mentorship

Writers need partners. Partners who help you evolve into the writer you want to be. Mentorship means having a 1:1 relationship with another author so that you don’t have to fumble around in the dark.

Work through each phase of your project in a manageable way, with clear goals and support when things get complex.

DETAILS:

  • Includes scheduled calls to discuss your project and goals.

  • Work together with me to identify managable next steps for your release.

  • Discuss future phases of the project together, both at a high level and in detail, so you can tackle them with confidence.

  • Mindset is a focus. Working with a mentour means your writing experience can put creativity and joy over stress and uncertainty.

  • After the call, you will receive a write up of what was discussed and have clarity around your next steps.

FOR WRITERS WHO:

  • Want a partner in the writing experience they can bounce ideas off of.

  • Want guidance on phases of a book release so they aren’t navigating it alone.

  • Want to feel confident in the indie publishing process.

INVESTMENT: $95 a session. Minimum of three sessions.

GOAL SPECIFIC OFFERINGS

Map Your Story

Mapping your story allows you to build out a framework around the ideas you have so that writing comes easy. You wouldn’t try to build a house without a plan first, and a great story needs the same forethought.

DETAILS:

  • Includes a two hour call with me, talking through the specific elements of your plot, character and point.

  • We walk through a holistic process with checks and balances for your story’s overall structure.

  • After the call you will be sent a blueprint for your book, based on our discussion, which can be used as a baseline for writing. You will be able to write forward with the trust that the bones are in place for success.

FOR WRITERS WHO:

  • Have some great ideas but don’t know where to start.

  • Want to flush out their concepts and have a strong foundation before spending hours writing.

  • Want a true north while writing so they don’t get lost mid project.

INVESTMENT: $300

Beta Reading

Beta reading gives writers insight into a readers perspective on their book.

DETAILS:

  • Beta reading takes about two weeks.

  • You send a digital copy of your book to be read.

  • After completion you will receive a two to four page write up with feedback on characters, plot, pacing, readability and any sensitivity elements to be considered.

  • This approach is from a readers perspective and does not include any specific suggestions for resolution.

FOR WRITERS WHO:

  • Feel really good about how cohesive their story is.

  • Are looking for general feedback on their work.

  • Are comfortable brainstorming solutions to gaps on their own.

INVESTMENT: $25 with limited availability

Strategy Session

Creating stories shouldn’t be done in a vaccum. Sometimes you need another set of ears to make sure you are on the right track. Strategy sessions give you just that.

DETAILS:

  • Set up a one hour call with me to talk through your story road block.

  • Time can be used flush out story ideas, troubleshoot plot holes, expand character arcs, discuss structural issues etc.

  • The strategy session will focus on problem soliving as well as identifying your next steps.

  • After the call you will receive a write up of the discussion to use as a reference as you move forward.

FOR WRITERS WHO:

  • Need some outside perspective to flush out specific problems developing their story.

  • Want to brainstorm elements of their story to fill in gaps.

  • Find themselves struggling with feedback from beta readers and want collaboration to jump start solutions.

INVESTMENT: $95/hr

Manuscript Evaluation

Manuscript Evaulation takes a detailed look at your story and provides specific feedback. The focus is on resolving gaps and highlighting opportunities for growth.

DETAILS:

  • Manuscript evaluation takes three weeks.

  • You send a digital copy of your book to be read.

  • After completion you will receive a five to ten page write up of how how your story and characters feel during each phase (set up, catalyst, rising & falling action, climax, all hope is lost & resolution)

  • Feedback also includes information on pacing, character arc and stakes.

  • Specific examples and suggestions for resolution are provided, where applicable.

  • Manuscript evaluations can be paired with a one hour strategy call to discuss details & build a plan for revisions.

FOR WRITERS WHO:

  • Have a working manuscript and want focused feedback.

  • Want to level up the quality of their story and make pointed adjustments before beta readers.

  • Like specific feedback and direction so that revisons are efficient and value added.

INVESTMENT: $400 for up to 80k words. $500 for 80 -100k words. $25 additional for every 5k words over 100k.

“Dani has a way of seeing stories through a lens of purpose. She cares about characters, and in doing so, creates a sounding board for authors to do their best work.

My approach may change with every book, but I will never publish a story without getting Dani’s input first. Working with her has become an irreplaceable part of my writing process!”

Romance Author, Heather Garvin

 FAQs

  • In the same way traditionally published authors have an agent in their corner. I feel deeply that indie writers need the same support.

    Mentorship is a special place to work with someone one on one and see their work thrive. I have found a lot of fulfillment in helping indie writers achieve their publishing goals.

  • I work with indie writers at any stage of their journey. It doesnt matter if you have published before or are brand new. If you have a story to tell, you are in the right place.

  • I work with the following genres:

    • contempoary fiction

    • historical fiction

    • upmarket

    • women’s fiction

    • romance

    • light fantasy/romantasy

  • While mentorship can span the whole book launch, it’s typically focused on a phase of the project. Some examples of elements we collaboarate on are:

    • Deepening Character Arcs

    • Troubleshooting Plot Gaps

    • How to Approach Revisions With Success

    • Developing Schedules for Launch

    • Support Finding External Resources

    • Cover Analysis and Design Plans

    • Navigating Printing and Pricing

    • Creating Authentic Marketing Approaches

    • Finding Your Writer Brand.

  • Payment will be made at the time of the service provided. After an initial discovery call, an invoice will be sent. Invoices will be paid before calls are scheduled.

    Manuscript evaluations will require half to be paid at the time of the manuscript submission and half once the response is returned.

  • Let’s have a discovery call to chat about it! Once I understand where you are at, we can figure out the best next steps for you and your story.

Let’s Chat

Writing a book doesnt have to be scary or isolating. Let’s start the conversation to see how your story can move to the next level. I am excited to help.