Services & Courses
20+ years as a professional, published, award-winning writer.
Gayvin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in writing and helping other writers hone their voice, brand, structure, stories and more.
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WRITING . COACHING DEVELOPMENTAL EDITING
Inspirational . Innovative . Insightful
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QUERY REVIEW
Usui I Holy Fire® I Karuna® Reiki
45 min.
$111
STRUGGLING WITH A QUERY?
Do you have too much story to tell in your query?
Does your query keep getting rejected?
I can help. A query is an appetizer, not the novel. The review assesses:
- Query Intro
- Query Body
- Biography
- Bonding Open
- Comps
- Word count
And provides solutions to create an engaging query that melds the important query ingredients (the cook, the hook and the book).
Recommendations include advice on how to achieve industry standards and expectations.
Review of story includes:
- Notes
- 60-minute Zoom Review
* This does not include proofreading, copy editing, or grammar checks.
DEVELOPMENTAL EDIT
Review entire manuscript
$1200
POLISH . REFINE . SHINE
This is a review of your entire manuscript. Think of this step as refining specifics of your masterpiece. It includes and analysis of:
- Structure
- Plot
- Character
- Sentence Structure
- Word Selection
- Interiority
- Voice
- Point-of-View
- Target audience
- Theme
BUSINESS SESSION
Brand Marketing I Strategy I Copywriting I Editing I Writing Instruction
60 min.
$150
UNLOCK YOUR GIFTS . STEP INTO SUCCESS
Embrace your writing and turn it into a thriving business.
Our personalized coaching and analysis sessions are designed to empower you in creating a set of services that align with your true calling.
During these one-on-one sessions, you may focus on how to:
- Embrace Your Writing & Business
- Define You’ll brand marketing, voice and/or strategy
- Refine and Polish copy for your website, marketing material (print, digital)
- Develop a brand kit
- Receive business coaching and advice
- Goal Set
- Expand Your Reach
Review of story includes:
- Notes
- 30-minute review
* This is not proofreading, copy editing, or checking for grammar.
EDITORIAL ASSESSMENT
Brand Marketing I Strategy I Copywriting I Editing I Writing Instruction
30 min.
$600
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
This is a first look at your entire manuscript. Think of this step as shaping the body of your soon-to-be masterpiece. The assessment highlights strengths and areas of improvement. It focuses on the overall
- Story
- Structure
- Character
- Genre Trope
- Consistency
- Style
- Point-of-View
POLISH . REFINE . SHINE
Review of the script, includes notes on
- Structure
- Character
- Arcs
- Plot Points
- Theme
- Pacing
- Formatting
- Dialogue
Offers solutions based upon:
- Author’s Voice
- Intention
- Theme
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INTRO TO SCREENWRITING
Space Limited
$395
WRITE A SCRIPT . START TODAY
Do any of these questions sound like you? I want to write a script, but…
- I need help writing a script.
- How do I format a script?
- How do I structure a script?
- I need flexibility.
- basically, I need something fun, informative and low-pressure.
If you saw yourself in any of those comments, then this online course is for you. This is a beginning screenwriting course designed to show writers how to write a short script, kickstart a feature script, and understand screenwriting basics in 6 weeks.
Level: Beginner
Time: 6-weeks
*Ongoing course. Designed for 6 weeks. However, can be expedited or extended at your own pace.
Personalized techniques developed by Gayvin, award-winning writer with an MFA in screenwriting and MA in creative writing, shows you how to rewrite prose into scripts and visa versa. These insightful techniques save time and money as you create professional adaptations and improve how you:
- Interpret Story (in books and scripts)
- Rewrite (for professional books and scripts)
- Transform (how to prep your mind and writing style for books and scripts)
ADAPTING BOOKS & SCRIPTS
Space Limited
TBD
MAXIMIZE YOUR WORK
Have you wondered how to break into writing books or scripts?
Did you know there are definite techniques to help you achieve industry standards with writing books and scripts that will make you look like a professional?
Do you know the differences between books and scripts and how to change scenes to fit another format and style?
NEXT LEVEL SCRIPT POLISH
Are you ready to show your script to an agent or get it made?
If so, this course is for you. Make your script bullet proof with this course that finds the holes in your script, shores it up and makes it shine.
In this course you’ll learn:
- Professional Script Formatting
- Strengthen Character Arcs
- Refine and Polish Your Script
- How to Make it Production Ready
- Solve Structural Issues and Questions
- Ensure a Strong Theme, Message
- Answer Pacing Issue
- What Makes a Polished Script
WRITE INTO CONFIDENCE
Starter Kit & Story Generator
Are you struggling with:
- Where to start?
- Clearing your thoughts?
- Which story to choose?
- Generating story ideas?
- Basically, I’m overwhelmed.
If you saw yourself in any of those questions, then this intuitive, practical course is for you. This is a beginning writing course designed to show writers how to apply what they already know into creating stories.
Level: Beginner
Method: Book for 6-week Course
Cost: $19.99
WRITE INTO CONFIDENCE
Starter Course & Workbook
Do any of these questions sound like you?
I want to write a book, but…
- I don’t know where to start?
- I’m overwhelmed?
- I don’t know how to write a story?
- I tell myself I can’t do it?
- basically, I don’t have the confidence.
If you saw yourself in any of those questions, then this intuitive, practical course is for you. This is a beginning writing course designed to show writers how to apply what they already know into creating stories.
Level: Beginner
Time: 6-weeks
Date Offered: Coming Soon
Course Includes:
- Writer’s Revision 4-Week Masterclass
- 4 LIVE Trainings
- 4 Advanced Writing Videos (on advanced foundation, structure, world building, and character)
- Workbook
- 1 – 30-min. Private Meeting with Gayvin (only with Early Bird Special)
- Bonus Material
NOVEL MASTER CLASS
Space Limited
TBD
FOCUSED . FUN . REVISION
Does a revision feel daunting or time consuming?
Many writers dread rewriting. But, rewriting can be fun and effective with a proven system to edit. This method allows the strongest version of story to present itself. Learn Gayvin’s method of revision takes your manuscript to the next level.
Level: All
Time: 4-weeks
Date Offered: Coming Soon
QUARTERLY WRITER’S RETREAT
Online – 2 Days
TBD
WRITING WORKSHOP
Come with your manuscript and questions. The intensive weekend is filled with writing exercises, tips and practice, focusing on strengthening your writing. During the workshop you’ll:
- Rework portions of Your Manuscript
- Create Authentic Story that Reflects Character
- Writing Basics and Advanced Techniques
- How to Create a Strong Writing Voice
- The Business of Writing
- Show vs. Tell
- Goal Setting