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Is One-on-One Coaching Your Next Step?

You’re on the aspiring author journey. Let’s keep you moving in the right direction.

You’ve already taken the first steps on your author journey, whether that was saying yes to God’s nudge, exploring your audience, joining a course, or even outlining your book.

That means you’re not “thinking about writing a book,” you’re already on the path.

But sometimes, even faithful steps forward can lead to places that feel unclear.

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Is One-on-One Coaching Your Next Step?

You’re on the aspiring author journey. Let’s keep you moving in the right direction.

You’ve already taken the first steps on your author journey, whether that was saying yes to God’s nudge, exploring your audience, joining a course, or even outlining your book.

That means you’re not “thinking about writing a book,” you’re already on the path.

But sometimes, even faithful steps forward can lead to places that feel unclear.

GET STARTED
Smiling woman writing in a notebook on a cozy couch, representing the creative and guided writing journey through Author Coaching
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When You Feel Stuck, You Don’t Need More Content. You Need a Guide.

Every author hits a wall eventually. You’re not alone. And it's completely normal.

Maybe you're trying to figure out if your idea is really ready for an official book proposal.

Maybe you're unsure how to grow your audience without losing focus.

Maybe your last step was energizing… but you’re not sure what to do next.

That’s exactly where one-on-one coaching comes in.

Think of it as a conversation with someone who gets it, knows what you’ve experienced, and can help you take your next real step with confidence.

GET STARTED
Smiling man reading a book by a bright window, representing growth, learning, and the author coaching journey.

When You Feel Stuck, You Don’t Need More Content. You Need a Guide.

Every author hits a wall eventually. You’re not alone. And it's completely normal.

Maybe you're trying to figure out if your idea is really ready for an official book proposal.

Maybe you're unsure how to grow your audience without losing focus.

Maybe your last step was energizing… but you’re not sure what to do next.

That’s exactly where one-on-one coaching comes in.

Think of it as a conversation with someone who gets it, knows what you’ve experienced, and can help you take your next real step with confidence.

GET STARTED

Clarity and Momentum for the Path You’re Already On.

1-on-1 coaching is for those in motion, but needing clarity. It’s a service we offer designed to accelerate what God’s already doing in your author story.

  • Unpack ideas that are still fuzzy
  • Gain perspective when you’re too close to your own message
  • Problem-solve self or traditional publishing or platform hurdles
  • Prepare for the more advanced opportunities you may not even know are around the corner
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Clarity and Momentum for the Path You’re Already On.

1-on-1 coaching is for those in motion, but needing clarity. It’s a service we offer designed to accelerate what God’s already doing in your author story.

  • Unpack ideas that are still fuzzy
  • Gain perspective when you’re too close to your own message
  • Problem-solve self or traditional publishing or platform hurdles
  • Prepare for the more advanced opportunities you may not even know are around the corner
Ines Franklin Quote

Coaching Helps You Navigate the Whole Journey


We purposely have designed our Author Coaching services in a meaningful way to create not just products that help our authors, but an entire ecosystem of support, including working directly with us.

Whether you’re discerning your call, preparing to pitch your book idea, building your audience platform, or publishing your book, we have coaching packages designed to meet you at every stage.

Our outline of the journey is comprehensive, just find where you are in the writing and publishing process, so you can choose one of our experienced coaches to provide you with the next best step forward:

Coaching Helps You Navigate the Whole Journey


We purposely have designed our Author Coaching services in a meaningful way to create not just products that help our authors, but an entire ecosystem of support, including working directly with us.

Whether you’re discerning your call, preparing to pitch your book idea, building your audience platform, or publishing your book, we have coaching packages designed to meet you at every stage.

Our outline of the journey is comprehensive, just find where you are in the writing and publishing process, so you can choose one of our experienced coaches to provide you with the next best step forward:

Discern If God Is Calling You to Write a Book (DISCERN)

A coaching call may help you process the nudge you’re feeling and gain clarity on whether authorship is part of your calling.

Understand How to Stand Out to Your Audience (AUD)

A coaching call can help guide you to better identify your ideal reader and audience.

How to Write and Publish Your Book (WRITE)

A coaching call gives you personalized guidance on writing structure, publishing options, and next-step strategies.

Collaborative Writing Support (COLLAB)

When time or overwhelm become barriers, a coaching call will help you understand if an on-going partnership for collaborative writing will help bring your message to life with a trusted writing partner.

Grow Your Author Platform (PLATFORM)

A coaching call helps you understand how you can build a sustainable audience that aligns with your calling and capacity.

Author Coaching University (ACU)

A coaching call will help you determine if the ACU cohort experience is the right next step for your writing and publishing journey.

The Essential Book Proposal (PROPOSAL)

A coaching call will help you know what to do next to craft a proposal that captures your message and resonates with publishers.

Publishing Guidance for Christian Authors (PUBLISH)

A high-level coaching call for the professional who is looking to navigate contracts, timelines, and publishing decisions with clarity and conviction. We will also discuss if you’re ready for an Author Audit or Author Summit engagement.

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Karen Yates

EXPERTISE: DISCERN / AUD / WRITE / PLATFORM / COLLAB

Best for: Message Clarity · Emerging Voices · Overcoming Writing Blocks · Proposal Development

If God’s placed a message on your heart but you’re unsure how to turn it into a book, or how to get it in front of the right publisher, Karen is the guide you want in your corner. With over 20 years in Christian publishing and nonprofit communications, Karen helps authors clarify their message, navigate the publishing world, craft standout proposals, and gain the confidence to write with purpose. She brings a rare mix of creative intuition, editorial excellence, and results-driven strategy to every client she serves.

She’s ideal for authors who:

  • Are still refining or clarifying their core book idea
  • Feel stuck or overwhelmed in the writing process and need breakthrough
  • Need expert help crafting or troubleshooting a book proposal
  • Are ministry leaders, and nonprofit communicators - who feel called to write but need clarity, direction, and bold encouragement to get started.

If you’re ready to move from stirred to strategic,
Karen will help you move forward with clarity, wisdom, and grace.

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Karen Yates

EXPERTISE: DISCERN / AUD / WRITE / PLATFORM / COLLAB

Best for: Message Clarity · Emerging Voices · Overcoming Writing Blocks · Proposal Development

If God’s placed a message on your heart but you’re unsure how to turn it into a book, or how to get it in front of the right publisher, Karen is the guide you want in your corner. With over 20 years in Christian publishing and nonprofit communications, Karen helps authors clarify their message, navigate the publishing world, craft standout proposals, and gain the confidence to write with purpose. She brings a rare mix of creative intuition, editorial excellence, and results-driven strategy to every client she serves.

She’s ideal for authors who:

  • Are still refining or clarifying their core book idea
  • Feel stuck or overwhelmed in the writing process and need breakthrough
  • Need expert help crafting or troubleshooting a book proposal
  • Are ministry leaders, and nonprofit communicators - who feel called to write but need clarity, direction, and bold encouragement to get started.

If you’re ready to move from stirred to strategic, Karen will help you move forward with clarity, wisdom, and grace.

BOOK A SESSION
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Mike Salisbury

EXPERTISE: AUD / WRITE / PLATFORM / COLLAB / PROPOSAL

Best for: Messaging · Collaborative Writing · Marketing Strategy · Self-Publishing

Mike is a publishing insider with a passion for helping authors move from stuck to strategic. He’s collaborative, approachable, and knows how to shape ideas into books that connect deeply with readers.

He’s ideal for authors who:

  • Feel stuck in the writing or outlining process and need support
  • Need help clarifying your hook, title, or reader promise
  • Want a platform & content strategy that doesn’t feel overwhelming
  • Need assistance with self-publishing or traditional publishing

Need help turning your ideas into something powerful and publishable?
Book a call with Mike.

BOOK A SESSION
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Mike Salisbury

EXPERTISE: AUD / WRITE / PLATFORM / COLLAB / PROPOSAL

Best for: Messaging · Collaborative Writing · Marketing Strategy · Self-Publishing

Mike is a publishing insider with a passion for helping authors move from stuck to strategic. He’s collaborative, approachable, and knows how to shape ideas into books that connect deeply with readers.

He’s ideal for authors who:

  • Feel stuck in the writing or outlining process and need support
  • Need help clarifying your hook, title, or reader promise
  • Want a platform & content strategy that doesn’t feel overwhelming
  • Need assistance with self-publishing or traditional publishing

Need help turning your ideas into something powerful and publishable? Book a call with Mike.

BOOK A SESSION
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Curtis Yates

EXPERTISE: AUD / PLATFORM / PROPOSAL / ACU / PUBLISH

Best for: Audience Clarity · Platform Growth · Strategic Publishing Strategy

As a partner at Yates & Yates, Curtis brings a rare combination of business acumen, legal expertise, and creative insight to his work. He’s helped high-profile leaders and emerging authors alike find clarity, grow their audience, and position their message for impact. Curtis is both a visionary ideator and a detail-oriented executor. His deep industry knowledge, breadth of experience, and personalized approach make him a valuable partner at every stage of the publishing journey.

Curtis is a great fit if you:

  • Need help defining your audience and clarify your message
  • Want to build a content flywheel that drives real engagement with a platform that fits your voice and vision
  • Are all-in on getting into the details of a publishing contract engagement and path forward

Ready to sharpen your message and build real traction?
Book a call with Curtis.

BOOK A SESSION

Curtis Yates

EXPERTISE: AUD / PLATFORM / PROPOSAL / ACU / PUBLISH

Best for: Audience Clarity · Platform Growth · Strategic Publishing Strategy

As a partner at Yates & Yates, Curtis brings a rare combination of business acumen, legal expertise, and creative insight to his work. He’s helped high-profile leaders and emerging authors alike find clarity, grow their audience, and position their message for impact. Curtis is both a visionary ideator and a detail-oriented executor. His deep industry knowledge, breadth of experience, and personalized approach make him a valuable partner at every stage of the publishing journey.

Curtis is a great fit if you:

  • Need help defining your audience and clarify your message
  • Want to build a content flywheel that drives real engagement with a platform that fits your voice and vision
  • Are all-in on getting into the details of a publishing contract engagement and path forward

Ready to sharpen your message and build real traction? Book a call with Curtis.

BOOK A SESSION
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Matt Yates

EXPERTISE: PROPOSAL / ACU / PUBLISH

Best for: Strategy · Legal Insight · Traditional Publishing · Ministry Alignment

Matt brings over 30 years of industry wisdom, legal insight, and creative strategy to every coaching session. As a partner at Yates & Yates and the advisor behind many bestselling authors, Matt is especially skilled at helping leaders bridge their ministry or mission into a broader publishing platform.

Matt is a great fit if you:

  • Are moving from self-publishing to traditional publishing
  • Want to align your ministry strategy with publishing goals
  • Need help understanding contracts, copyright, or positioning

Want to turn vision into strategy?
Book a call with Matt.

BOOK A SESSION
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Matt Yates

EXPERTISE: PROPOSAL / ACU / PUBLISH

Best for: Strategy · Legal Insight · Traditional Publishing · Ministry Alignment

Matt brings over 30 years of industry wisdom, legal insight, and creative strategy to every coaching session. As a partner at Yates & Yates and the advisor behind many bestselling authors, Matt is especially skilled at helping leaders bridge their ministry or mission into a broader publishing platform.

Matt is a great fit if you:

  • Are moving from self-publishing to traditional publishing
  • Want to align your ministry strategy with publishing goals
  • Need help understanding contracts, copyright, or positioning

Want to turn vision into strategy? Book a call with Matt.

BOOK A SESSION
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Sealy Yates

EXPERTISE: LEGACY / STRATEGY / MINISTRY / CONTRACTS

Best for: Legal Strategy · Legacy Planning · Ministry Publishing · Discernment

Sealy has walked alongside Christian authors for over 50 years, and he helped shape the industry itself. If you need wisdom, discernment, or clarity about your publishing path (especially as a pastor or nonprofit leader), Sealy brings unmatched experience and heart. Respected and admired by all of the top Christian publishers, Sealy opens doors for those poised for authorship greatness.

Sealy is a great fit if you:

  • Are discerning whether your message is book-ready
  • Need guidance on publishing through a ministry / nonprofit lens
  • Want help navigating contracts with integrity and confidence
  • Need legal strategy or long-term publishing and legacy planning

Looking for a trusted advisor with decades of publishing experience?
Book a call with Sealy.

BOOK A SESSION

Sealy Yates

EXPERTISE: LEGACY / STRATEGY / MINISTRY / CONTRACTS

Best for: Legal Strategy · Legacy Planning · Ministry Publishing · Discernment

Sealy has walked alongside Christian authors for over 50 years, and he helped shape the industry itself. If you need wisdom, discernment, or clarity about your publishing path (especially as a pastor or nonprofit leader), Sealy brings unmatched experience and heart. Respected and admired by all of the top Christian publishers, Sealy opens doors for those poised for authorship greatness.

Sealy is a great fit if you:

  • Are discerning whether your message is book-ready
  • Need guidance on publishing through a ministry / nonprofit lens
  • Want help navigating contracts with integrity and confidence
  • Need legal strategy or long-term publishing and legacy planning

Looking for a trusted advisor with decades of publishing experience?Book a call with Sealy.

BOOK A SESSION

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