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

Select from a variety of healing modalities that enhance your life:

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CONSULTATION
Meet with Gayvin

30 min.

$50

FIRST STEP

Quick consult allows a writer to discuss:

  • Story
  • Goals
  • Obstacles

Cost of consult is free when first booking is scheduled within 48 hours of consultation. ($50 is applied to next booking. One person writer.)

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

 

 

SCRIPT COVERAGE

Screenplays

$200

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?

SCRIPT – MASTER CLASS

Space Limited

TBD

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