You've got a big dream to write a book but how do you get started?
Each day of the challenge, you'll receive an email with a video and simple, actionable homework to push this dream forward. By the weekend, you could know exactly how to become a published author and your next right steps! 

Idea to Published:
A 5-Day Challenge

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Self-publishing isn’t vanity publishing. It has launched careers and profited authors. Especially if you’re starting out, self-publishing may be your best way to go. We’ll talk about everything you need to know about this path and how best to navigate it. 

day 3: all about self-publishing

On this day, we’ll cover everything from agents to proposals. So you can make an informed, confident decision. 

day 2: Decide your publishing path: all about traditional publishing. 

If you want to write and sell those books, your people need to find you. We start with this first because this will be a lifelong journey of connecting with your right people. And, best part, it doesn’t have to be icky! It can actually be a service, and I’ll show you how. 

DAY 1: GROW A PLATFORM

How do I reach people? Does self-publishing hurt my career? How do I find an agent? Answers to all that *and more.*

Traditional publishers like to see a proposal. Self-published books do best with a plan. Either way you go, you need to build a foundation for your book. Day 4 gives the ins and outs of a solid plan so you know you’re writing a good book. 

DAY 4: Write a proposal or make a plan. 

Now for the fun part! If you’re traditionally publishing, you’ll start hunting for an agent or publisher. If you’re self-publishing, you’ll get started on the manuscript. We detail a strategy for both paths. 


DAY 5: Pitch the proposal or write a rough draft! 

trisha hawk, CONTRIBUTOR TO FIRST FIVE, A PROVERBS 31 MINISTRY

"Anything Mikaela does, I'm in! She is nothing but wisdom and encouragement."

Oh yes, I'm in!

I’ve been an editor for ten years and helped make hundreds of articles, Bible Studies, and books shine. I’ve coached an award-winning author to her most ideal publishing option and restructured a Texas Senator’s wife’s book for clarity. And I would be honored to help you make your beautiful words come to life. 

Hey there, I’m Mikaela — your writing coach + editor