Coaching Packages
A La Carte and Subscription Coaching packages designed to fit your unique storytelling needs.
A La Carte Packages
Customize Your Coaching Experience – Select the specific services you need to enhance your story, one step at a time.
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
Character Development
Are you struggling to breathe life into your characters?
Our Character Profile Development Package is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of your character, allowing you to write with confidence and authenticity.
Benefits:
Natural Writing: Write confidently, understanding your character’s every reaction.
Enhanced Storytelling: Create compelling narratives that resonate deeply.
Greater Creative Freedom: Explore your character’s journey with clarity, unlocking new storytelling possibilities.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Detailed Character Profile
Physical attributes, personality traits, background info, etc.
Stats & Abilities/Skills
Strengths, weaknesses, unique abilities.
Backstory
Formative experiences, traumas, pivotal moments.
Goals & Core Wounds
Aspirations, desires, underlying obstacles.
Strengths & Weaknesses
Influence on interactions and narrative journey.
Motivations & Needs
Driving forces, fundamental needs.
Key Relationships
Family, friends, allies, adversaries.
Character Arc
Evolution from status quo to transformation.
WORLD BUILDING
World Building
Overcome the overwhelming challenge of crafting a captivating world.
Whether you’re struggling with fleshing out a fantastical realm or a futuristic society, our packages will alleviate the burden of worldbuilding and provide the foundation for unforgettable stories.
Benefits:
Rich Narrative Depth: Build worlds with depth and resonance, enhancing your story’s immersion.
Authentic Consistency: Establish rules and norms that ensure your world remains internally coherent and authentic, enhancing reader engagement.
Expansive Storytelling: Create not just one story, but a universe of possibilities. Lay the groundwork for sequels, prequels, and spin-offs, maximizing your creative investment.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
LEVEL 1 - The Broad Strokes
Story-Relevant Surface-Level History.
World Logic
Logic Around Technology, Magic Systems, Abilities.
Civilizations
Relevant Nations, People Groups, or Species.
Systems of Governance
Relevant Economics & Political Structures.
Visual Style
World Aesthetics
LEVEL 2 – The Fine Details
*Everything in Level 1, Plus:
Notable Figures and Unsung Heroes
Key Historical Figures & Their Backstories.
Belief Systems
Mythologies & Religious Systems.
Ecosystems
Flora & Fauna, Environments.
STORY STRUCTURE
Story Structure
Struggling to turn your creative vision into a compelling narrative?
Our Story Structure & Plotting package is the missing piece to your storytelling puzzle. With a solid foundation in place, you’ll be equipped to craft a gripping story that captivates readers from start to finish.
Benefits:
Efficiency & Focus: Spend less time on plot holes and writer’s block, focusing on storytelling.
Confidence & Direction: Write with confidence, knowing your story’s path and how to get there.
Room for Creativity: Add your unique flair within a solid framework, making the story truly yours.
PREREQUISITE:
Before starting this package, you’ll need fleshed-out characters, world-building, a story premise, goals, and general ideas for key events. While some aspects may evolve, a basic framework is essential.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Solid Story Structure
We’ll map out the entire narrative arc, including all acts and key story beats, ensuring a cohesive and engaging flow from beginning to end.
Plot Points & Scene Ideas
Explore pivotal moments and scenes that drive the plot forward, with detailed outlines and suggestions for how they fit into the overarching structure.
Dialogue Samples
Formative experiences, traumas, pivotal moments.
CONFLICT
Conflict
Ready to crank up the tension and keep readers on the edge of their seats?
Our Conflict Enhancement service helps add excitement and intrigue to your story. With our guidance, you’ll turn a simple plot into something captivating.
Benefits:
Heightened Drama: Enhanced conflict keeps readers turning pages.
Character Growth: Adversity transforms your protagonist.
Reader Engagement: Deep conflict forges emotional connections.
PREREQUISITE:
Before diving into this package, you must have fleshed-out characters, world-building, and a story structure and scenes in place. While some aspects may evolve during the process, a basic framework is essential.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Conflict Intensification
We’ll analyze your existing conflict elements and identify opportunities to ramp up the stakes, making life increasingly difficult for your protagonist and driving the narrative tension to new heights.
THEME
Theme
Facing challenges with a hollow or disjointed narrative?
Delve into the core elements that give your story its soul with our Theme Development service. We will help you uncover the central themes, address inconsistencies, and ensure your protagonist aligns seamlessly with the overarching message of your narrative.
Benefits:
Narrative Cohesion: A central theme creates a lasting, resonant narrative.
Character Depth: Thematic alignment adds complexity and depth to your protagonist.
Reader Engagement: A strong theme fosters connection and keeps readers invested.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Theme Exploration
Delve into the underlying messages, concepts, and philosophical ideas that form the thematic backbone of your story.
PLOT HOLE HUNTER
Plot Hole Hunter
Struggling with unresolved audience expectations or confusing character behaviors?
We’ll navigate the depths of your narrative, identifying and addressing plot leaks and inconsistencies. With our keen eye for detail, we’ll ensure a polished manuscript, free from gaps and ready to engage readers smoothly and effectively.
Benefits:
Enhanced Storytelling: Address plot holes for a more immersive experience.
Reader Satisfaction: A tightly plotted story keeps readers engaged.
Streamlined Revisions: Expert feedback saves you time and effort.
PREREQUISITE:
Before starting this package, clients must have a complete or mostly complete story outline or draft (75% minimum), as well as fleshed-out characters and a solid foundation of world logic.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Story Review
We will review your story, identifying any unresolved audience expectations, confusing behaviors, illogical events, inconsistencies, or other gaps in the narrative.
BRAINSTORM BUDDY
Brainstorm Buddy
Struggling to navigate the twists and turns of your narrative?
Feeling lost in the labyrinth of your story? Look no further than our Brainstorm Buddy service. Whether you’re stuck in a rut, grappling with writer’s block, or seeking fresh perspectives, CBFF is here to lend a helping hand and guide you towards creative solutions.
Benefits:
Breakthrough Creativity: Spark innovative solutions to storytelling challenges.
Confidence Boost: Write with renewed confidence and a supportive partner.
Fresh Perspectives: Gain insights and explore new creative possibilities.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Idea Exploration
Dive into the depths of your story with our CBFF, exploring potential plot twists, character arcs, and thematic elements to breathe new life into your narrative.
Creative Collaboration:
Engage in dynamic brainstorming sessions where ideas flow freely, sparking inspiration and igniting your imagination.
SEED TO FOREST
Seed to Forest
Nurture your creative seed into a flourishing forest of storytelling possibilities with my Seed to Forest service!
Bring me your spark – whether it’s a single sentence, a snippet of dialogue, an evocative image, or even a fleeting dream – and let me help you cultivate it into the beginning of a story that excites and inspires you.
Benefits:
Inspiration Ignited: Transform your spark into a full story, fueling your creative passion.
Guided Exploration: Unlock new storytelling depths with our support.
Clear Direction: Write with clarity and confidence using a well-defined premise.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Premise Development
Collaborate with your CBFF to flesh out your initial seed into a fully formed premise that lays the foundation for your story.
Character & World Building
Explore the broad strokes of your characters, world setting, and story goals, creating a vibrant backdrop for your narrative to unfold.
Conflict & Story Structure
Identify potential conflicts and plot points that will drive your story forward, as well as possible beginning and end points to anchor your narrative.
STORY EXPANSION
Story Expansion
Unlock the full potential of your storytelling universe with my Story Expansion service!
Whether you’re dreaming of turning a standalone tale into a trilogy, transforming a short story into a full-length novel, or expanding your established world into an epic saga, I’m here to help you bring your vision to life.
Benefits:
Endless Possibilities: Our Story Expansion service opens limitless horizons for your narrative.
Series Potential: Turn your story into a thrilling series, captivating readers across multiple books.
World Building Mastery: Master immersive world building with detailed exploration and expansion.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
World Exploration
Dive deep into your existing world, uncovering untapped potential and hidden gems that can be expanded upon to enrich your narrative universe.
Character Development
Revisit your beloved characters, exploring their pasts, motivations, and relationships in greater depth to breathe new life into your story.
Plot Expansion
Work with your CBFF to identify opportunities for plot expansion, discovering new story arcs, conflicts, and twists that will captivate readers and keep them coming back for more.
Subscription Packages
Unlock your storytelling potential with our Subscription Packages, offering ongoing support and guidance for your creative vision. Choose from 3-month or 6-month options for tailored services including character development, world-building, story structure, and more!
3 Months
- A 15% discount!
6 Months
- A 20% discount!
What's Included
Character Profiles (Up to 5)
Dive into your characters’ minds and backstories with fully fleshed-out profiles, capturing their personalities, motivations, relationships, and more.
World Building (Up to Level 2)
Expand your story universe with detailed world-building, including everything you need to create a rich and vibrant world.
Story Structure & Plotting
Craft a compelling narrative, ensuring a cohesive and engaging storyline from start to finish.
Conflict Enhancement
Ramp up the conflict by identifying opportunities to drive the narrative forward.
Theme Development
Explore thematic underpinnings, creating a narrative that resonates deeply with readers.
Plot Hole Hunter
Patch up narrative inconsistencies for a seamless storytelling experience.
Miscellaneous Fees
Reading Fees:
$50: For reviewing client materials such as notes, character information, reference materials (images, Pinterest pages, inspirations), story beats, synopses, and loglines prior to the session. NOTE: Not every service requires pre-reading.
$120: For reviewing drafts up to 75 pages, with an additional $1 per page fee for pages beyond that amount.
Note-Taking Service:
$30 Per Session: Opt for our Note-Taking Service to have your consultant type up notes of ideas generated during the meeting and submit them to you afterward. This fee is paid prior to each session.
From start to finish, Ashley guided the process with a remarkably gentle but confident hand. Every session felt safe and was organically productive. Ashley has the incredible ability to identify seemingly small concerns early on, which later enhance the entire body of work.