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Is it writer’s block?
I’d been a writer for years, but I was stuck. Every time I blew out the candles on my birthday cake, every time I made resolutions on New Year’s, I asked for the same thing: “I just want to publish a book. I want to be a successful author.”
Does this sound familiar?
You’re passionate about your story idea. You’ve been dreaming of making your writing project a reality. You’re going to finish that book- really! You’re determined to be an author. You’ve sworn you’re going to finally get published.
But here’s the thing:
You’re stuck. You have writer’s block. There’s something missing. You’re unfocused, or scared. You don’t want to waste your time when the odds of writing success are so low. There’s no instruction manual for authors to succeed.
Or is there?
What if you could determine what’s holding you back and get access to the kind of personalized tools that can finally take you from aspiring writer to successful author, poet, storyteller, or screenwriter? Sound great? You’ve come to the right place.
Karena Akhavein, Ph.D.
“It took me a while…but I finally figured out the writing craft, mindset, and book marketing issues that were holding me back as an author- Now, it’s your turn.”
The typical writing advice doesn’t always work.
That’s because it’s not just about craft. It’s about mindset, motivation, and productivity, too. Get ready to transform your writing career and hit your author goals faster than you ever imagined!
Writing Coach Services for writers
Online courses for writers
Want to sharpen your writing skills, on a budget? Have more to learn, or want to go through a structured, transformational program designed by a PhD writing coach, complete with exercises and personalized attention that will take you from idea to publication in 6 months? Our convenient online courses are exactly what the busy writer needs. Starting here is always a great idea, especially if you’re a newer writer or really trying to level up with your writing.
Writing Gear Shop
Did you know that activating the reward centers of your brain can go really far in improving mindset, creativity, and productivity? Give yourself or your favorite writer the gift of writing gear! Mugs, tees, inspirational posters, and even sweats- you’ll find all kinds of gifts for writers here!
One on one coaching
Do you have the feeling you need more personalized attention, writing guidance like a writing mentor could provide? Are you looking for writing feedback or manuscript evaluation? Do you need to get empowered and break through writing blocks? Are you stuck at any point in the creative and writing process, whether it’s in your planning, your mindset, slogging through the middle part of your novel, or elaborating a strategy for sharing your written work with the world? One on one writing coaching can help!
Editorial Assessment
Literary agents (and readers!) usually make up their mind about your book within minutes. The power of the first impression is real, and it affects your book, and your writing career.
Whether you plan on publishing conventionally or going the indie route, whether you are finished with your book or starting out and wanting to make sure you’re on the right track, an editorial assessment will help you to gain confidence and provide you with concrete tips for how to improve your book, at a rate far lower than a full developmental or line edit.
Book Editing
You’ve put your heart and soul into your book- now give it the competitive advantage it deserves! Your book editor has a PhD in literature and lots of experience with whipping any writing project into shape. I love to focus on issues such as story and character development, plot holes, POV or tense issues, and taking your book from good to extraordinary. Editing is teamwork- book a call and let’s see if we’re a good match!
More, more, more!
Keep the creativity flowing, get inspired, join a writers’ community, buy my books, listen to the How to be an Author podcast, find out about retreats, events, new courses and giveaways, and generally stay in the loop!
Online courses for writers
Where will you be in 6 months?
THE masterclass for writers who want to see their writing dreams become a reality. Is it possible to go from story idea to published book in only six months? Absolutely! This writing course covers mindset, writing skills, publishing tips, and actionable author platform info to boot, along with worksheets.
On a strict budget?
If you’re a DIY type, this is the valuable tool that will deliver ALL the inspiration, information, mindset and motivation you need. Our workbook is designed to help you achieve your author dreams within six months for just $47, offering a step-by-step schedule and milestones for each phase, at ZERO additional cost.
Writing success is rooted in mindset.
This groundbreaking writing course was developed by a writing coach to work on on your deepest held mindsets, so that you can finally become the writer and author you were meant to be. You owe it to yourself and your future readers are counting on you.
Want to make more money so you can write?
Learn to use and focus your innate storytelling talent to create transformational online courses that can earn you evergreen income while building authority and supporting your writing career.
Never feel blocked again- get on the list!
Join the list and get weekly inspiration and motivation and invites to writing and creative events straight to your inbox! You’ll also get your 7 Days of Self-Editing checklist and our free PDF, 3 Magic Tools for Writing Success.
“The ultimate reference tool for ditching the excuses and going from aspiring writer to successful author.”
What clients are saying about writing coach Karena Akhavein…
I was feeling so discouraged but now I am unstuck! I’m really glad I finally made the decision to invest in myself and in my book.
I learned strategies that helped not only with my writing, but also with other key aspects of my creative business.
Karena really listened and took my specific book, goals, and personality into account. She kindly gave me a much needed kick in the butt!
About Writing Coach and Author Karena Akhavein
Karena Akhavein is a multi-tasking, coffee and wine-fueled writer, podcaster, and educator with a PhD in literature. She is the author of Written in Stone, Writer’s Block is not why Writers Fail, and the upcoming Gone to Ground, in addition to multiple successful books under her pseudonyms.
She lives in beautiful Santa Barbara with my husband, two adult kids who find her only slightly embarrassing, and a tiny yet hugely demanding furry writing buddy named Fiona.