Publishing Coach
Hello, my name is Julianne Ingles and I'm the director at Guts Publishing. I offer three services to help writers get published:
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Manuscript Evaluation
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Pitch Your Book
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Publishing Coach
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I offer a free 20-minute intro meeting for all of my services.
I am also a book editor. I offer line editing and developmental editing. You can find out more about this here: gutspublishing.com/editing-services.
About Julianne Ingles
Since 2019, I have edited and published the work of over 70 writers. We've had lots of success with our books (in particular with Euphoric Recall and Sending Nudes) as a result of effective and targeted pitching. Our books have landed in The Guardian, BBC Culture, The Scotsman, The Edinburgh Evening News, and many more. As well, Euphoric Recall was acknowledged by Scottish Parliament and Fish Town was featured on the BBC Big Scottish Book Club.
"Once I completed my first novel I was overwhelmed when it came to what I’d need to do to publish. After a few attempts at submitting I realized I was way in over my head, and in need of guidance. Thanks to Julianne’s help, I went from overwhelmed amateur to published author." — Erin Hosfield, author of Lacuna (Elsewhen Press 2024)
Manuscript Evaluation
There are two options: short and full-length. The idea is to use the manuscript evaluation as a guide for further editing or to find out if you're ready to start submitting to agents and publishers. This is for fiction and nonfiction manuscripts.
The short evaluation includes a review of your synopsis and the first 10,000 words. The full-length includes a full read of your manuscript. For both I provide a detailed report (1000 words for the short evaluation and 1500-2000 words for full length). I highlight strengths and point out areas that need improvement. I assess the overall plot and the chapter plots to see if there is enough at stake to keep the reader engaged. I take into consideration the voice, character development and any areas that need development. I assess the quality of the writing, flow and pacing. I make suggestions for how to improve the manuscript.
The short manuscript evaluation is £295. The full-length price is determined by the word count and the condition of the manuscript. Please send an email to get a quote. I usually ask to see a few chapters in advance. If we decided to work together, I request a 50% down payment and the remainder is paid when the project is complete.
Price: £295
Duration: 2 weeks
"I hired Julianne to do an assessment of my book, and I would whole-heartedly recommend her to anyone else in a similar situation. Her written assessment, delivered when promised, was exactly what I wanted: Objective, defensible, thorough feedback, delivered with warmth, respect, and understanding." — David Weiss, writer and editor
Pitch Your Book
Pitching your book is a crucial part of selling yourself to agents and publishers. Over the course of 4 weeks, I teach you how to present your book in its most compelling form. We fine tune your synopsis and query letter. We improve your digital platforms. We create a targeted list of agents and publishers. Depending on who you pitch, you may or may not need a book proposal.
You’ll receive professional edits on your synopsis and query letter. You’ll learn how to improve your online presence. You’ll receive guidance on how (and where) to find agents and publishers for your genre. We have weekly Zoom meetings to discuss your progress. I offer email support between meetings. To get started, you'll need a completed manuscript (fiction or nonfiction), a synopsis and a query letter. For full details, please download the PDF below.
Please send an email to book the free 20-minute intro meeting. You can ask as many questions as you like. If we decide to work together, I request a 50% down payment and the remainder is paid when the project is complete.
Price: £995
Duration: 4 weeks
I had only experienced rejection or complete indifference from publishers before I worked with Julianne. I came to the realisation that my query letter and synopsis lacked polish, were flat in their delivery, and displayed my lack of confidence and naivety in how to sell my book. Julianne helped me to put this right and I finally got that contract. — Richard Wills, author of ‘Bloody Social Worker’ (Dec 2022, Thinkwell Books)
Publishing Coach
This is a combination of Pitch Your Book and a full manuscript edit. This is for fiction or nonfiction manuscripts up to 60,000 words.
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To get started you'll need a completed manuscript, synopsis and query letter. During the first month, I edit your manuscript with MS Word Track Changes. Each week I send a few chapters for you to review and revise. We have weekly Zoom meetings to discuss editing progress. During the second month, we do everything from the Pitch Your Book option — fine tune your synopsis and query letter, improve your digital platforms and create a targeted list of agents and publishers. By the end of two months, you will have: an edited manuscript, a synopsis, a query letter, a short pitch, and a targeted list of publishers and agents.
I offer a free 20-minute intro meeting. Please send an email with your availability and I'll get back to you with some dates and times. If we decide to work together, I request a 50% down payment and the remainder is paid when the project is complete.
Price: £2995
Duration: 2 months
"Julianne was straight talking and encouraging at the same time. I learned a lot for my future as a writer. Already I’m working on my second novel and feeling confident that when it’s finished, edited and polished, I will know how to give it a good send off into the world of agents and publishers." — Ruth Campbell, Pitch Your Book client
If you'd like to see two query letters that landed publishing contracts, here's a blog post I wrote: gutspublishing.com/post/pitching-tips-for-writers
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For UK writers who are seeking funding, check out the Arts Council England website with details about grants for Developing Your Creative Practice. They are open for applications throughout 2024.
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Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you.
xx Julianne
Director, Guts Publishing
Coaching Services
Manuscript Evaluation
295£Short Manuscript EvaluationValid for one week- Review of first 10,000 words of your manuscript
- Review of your synopsis
- Analysis of plot, character development, flow, pace, etc
- Written report of 1000 words
- Free 20-minute intro meeting
Pitch Your Book
995£Valid for 4 weeks- Create an effective query letter and pitch
- Create a compelling synopsis
- Improve your digital platforms
- Find the right agents and publishers
- Four 30-minute Zoom meetings
- Email support
Publishing Coach
2,995£Valid for 2 months- Full edit of up to 60,000 words
- Create an effective query letter and pitch
- Create a compelling synopsis
- Find the right agents and publishers
- Improve your digital platforms
- Eight 30-minute Zoom meetings
- Email support