Frequently Asked Questions

• Fiction and nonfiction writers aspiring to improve their writing or get published.
• Business owners and entrepreneurs looking to build their brand and credibility.
• Speakers, coaches, thought leaders and experts who want to make an impact.
• Those who have been through tough times and want to help others by sharing their story.

Imagine if all those authors you love to read waited until they ‘felt ready’? There wouldn’t be any books in the world!

The fact is, it’s not a matter of how ready you are, but of how committed you are. As long as you’re COMMITTED it’s the right fit. You may never feel ready, and that’s okay! That’s why we dedicate the entire first module and half of the second module to getting really clear on your why, your idea and your chapter outline.

Not being ready is a good thing! It actually means you’re a blank canvas, ready to work through exactly what you want to say. Can we get to work now?

Yes! If you don’t have an idea yet that’s a good thing - the program will help you solidify a winning idea and give you the skills you need to take that idea forward. The first module of this course will help you hone in on your story idea.

No! This course is valuable for any aspiring author, whether you're at the idea stage, in the thick of writing it - or even if you have a published book and need some help marketing it.  The program meets you exactly where you are and will help give you the self belief, strategy and support you need to finish the journey - whichever stage you’re at.

That kind of negative self talk is exactly why you need this course.

We have many preconceived ideas about what we must be able to do before we write a book. 

This course helps you get over those preconceptions and gives you a complete guide for how to write that story you have inside of you - without needing to be an amazing writer.  I will show you how to overcome challenges such as struggling with spelling or with the written word. There’s plenty of ways to birth your book and I’m here to help show you how.

Yes it absolutely will.  The entire program design, coaching, writing prompts and lesson plan is specifically geared towards helping you produce a high quality story you can be proud of, that will make an impact on readers and ensure your work gets recommended for years to come.

This kind of thinking indicates to me that you are assuming the amount of money you spend is going to equate to the value you get from this program.

Let me ask you this: what is finishing your book worth to you?

• Becoming a better writer 
• Having the skills, knowledge and worth to get published
• Building a personal brand and platform
• Gaining media exposure 
• Learning the skills and self belief to help you repeatedly show up in the world and shine

The program is so much more value than what it costs.  We also have payment plans available and if you’re really needing financial support - we can do a 12 x pay arrangement by request. Email [email protected] to apply.

The short answer: it will absolutely give you all the skills and tools you need to give you the best chance of getting published.  From there - the rest is up to you. 

The long answer is this: If you want to get published you need to ensure you're producing a quality book. The support, strategy and self belief I will inspire within you and guide you to receive during this program will give you the tools, knowledge, skills and understanding of exactly what you need to do. The rest? Is really up to you.

The program includes a complete marketing and PR playbook - a step by step guide detailing what you need to attract your ideal readers, create a personal brand and platform (even if you have 0 followers and aren’t on social media today!)

The playbook is based on what I know works, is designed to direct you through every aspect of the process and it includes my swipe files, templates and tools you can modify to make your very own marketing plan - easily and painlessly.

Yes, there is an option to pay in three (payments of $999), BUT if the only reason you’re not taking action is due to a cash flow issue I want you to email [email protected]. 

We offer a 60-day money-back guarantee because we want you to love and benefit from the program. 

If you do not feel like the course has provided value to you after all coaching sessions have been attended, and all homework, writing prompts, course modules and tasks are completed, you can request money back within 60 days from course commencement day.

All evidence must be submitted to [email protected] and will be assessed on a case by case basis.  Vanessa’s decision to refund based on genuine action and energy investment is final.

Life happens, so if you feel you haven't had as much time as you had hoped to make the progress you wanted an extension may be available on your 1:1 coaching calls. If you are having difficulties completing your course by the course expiry date, a course extension may be available. Please email [email protected] outlining why. 

That’s really up to you. You get out what you put into this program.  The course content is designed to be self paced and meet you exactly where you are at on your book journey. 

If you’re still at the writing or idea stage, I recommend at least 20 minutes per day in writing time, and about 2 hours per week to complete the course content.

It takes a huge amount of effort to support aspiring authors through the process and I give my all to my students.  For this reason the program is only available during specific times of the year. 

Please follow @book_doula_au on Instagram for information about when the next intake is.

 I'm not in the business of making a quick buck.  This program is to help provide you the support and access to the strategies I teach for life.