Services
Services for you:
Maybe you've kept a journal tucked in your nightstand for decades; maybe you spent your career writing reports and professional documents but have never ventured into writing about your personal life; maybe you’ve never really considered yourself a "writer" at all— no matter your background, you belong here. Whether you have a story you've been carrying with you for years, waiting for the right moment. Or recently reached a milestone — a retirement, a loss, a family member’s curious questions — that made you realize your life's experiences deserve to be captured and preserved.
At The Manuscript Midwives, we specialize in helping people just like you shape the stories of their lives into memoirs — whether you dream of seeing your name on a published cover, or simply want to leave something meaningful behind for the people you love. Whatever your hopes, your story deserves to be told—and we’re here to help you share it with confidence and purpose.
Service One: Kickstart Package
Not ready to commit to a full project, but need help getting started? This streamlined package gives you the foundation to begin writing with confidence.
What's included:
One 90-minute consultation to discuss your book idea
Custom outline with suggested chapter breakdown
3-month writing plan with weekly targets
Two follow-up sessions (30 minutes each) to check progress and adjust your plan
Email support for questions during the 3-month period
Best for: Writers who need initial structure and direction but prefer to work more independently.
Timeline: 3 months
Investment: $1500
Service Two: Accountability & Structural Support
You've started writing, but you keep stalling out. You need someone to help you stay consistent, organize your material, and push through the moments when motivation fades.
What's included:
Assessment of your existing material and writing process
Structured outline to organize your content
Personalized writing schedule with milestone deadlines
Weekly check-ins to review progress and troubleshoot obstacles
Brief feedback on submitted work to keep you moving forward
Access to templates and resources for memoir/nonfiction writers
Best for: Writers who have begun their book but struggle with consistency and need external accountability. Or writers who have bits and pieces of their book but need help piecing it together.
Timeline: 3-6 months
Investment: $3000-7500
Service Three: Manuscript Development & Support
You have the expertise, the memories, the message—but turning that into a structured book feels overwhelming. This package combines editorial guidance with ongoing accountability to help you write and complete your manuscript.
What's included:
Initial meeting to define your book's scope, audience, and goals
Detailed outline and chapter framework tailored to your story
Customized writing schedule based on your availability and timeline
Bi-weekly check-ins to review progress and address challenges
Developmental editing on completed chapters with actionable feedback
Ongoing support via email between sessions
Final manuscript review with structural recommendations
Best for: Writers starting from scratch who need both a roadmap and regular accountability to stay on track.
Timeline: 6-9 months depending on project scope
Investment: $15,000
Please note that I accept a limited number of clients, to ensure each story receives the focus and attention it deserves.
Book a Consultation
We’ll talk about what you want to write and I’ll let you know what I can do to help.