Actually Write the Novel.

A 1:1 coaching program to help you plan, start and actually finish writing that novel you’ve been dreaming about.

Most writers struggle going from ideation to completion.

WHEN YOU LACK DIRECTION AND YOU CAN’T FIND THE TIME…

You continue to write the first chapter over and over again, feeling like you’re making no progress and quitting a million times over.

Your half-written manuscript sits in the bottom of your sock drawer for
the rest of time.

You feel unfulfilled at never having written the novel you know you had in you.

Does this sound familiar?

  • You’re sick of rereading and never writing anything new

  • You know there’s a simpler way to get words on the page

  • Your writing sessions are sporadic

  • You feel lost in the story

  • You’re tired of feeling like you’re not good enough

  • You’re staying up at night worrying about this unfulfilled dream

Hi, I’m Annika.

I coach writers and aspiring authors on how to plan, start and finish their manuscripts so they can get published.

I know first hand that writing a novel, and fitting the practice into your life, is HARD.

I studied two creative writing degrees and multiple writing courses and while I knew I could write, I still had no idea how to write the beast that is the novel.

I worked as bookseller for years, engaging with the ground level of the book market, and then I went on to work for Australia’s largest independent publisher.

It took me a while, but I finally cracked the code. I found my way through a plan and structure that felt so simple, I’d wished someone laid it out for me years ago.

Now, I’m on a mission to help people stuck in the novel-writing trenches, so you can finish that dang manuscript and become a published author.

Are you ready to stop dreaming and take action?

Reach Out

Book a Free Discovery Call. We’ll chat through any of your concerns and personal obstacles.

Questionnaire

I’ll flick you a list of questions to better understand what stage of writing you’re at and what your goals are.

Let’s Work

We’ll get stuck in! We’ll overcome those roadblocks and see your novel through to completion. You’ll be one step closer to becoming a published author.

Here’s everything you get over 9 months of coaching…

  • A personalised writing schedule built for your lifestyle and goals

  • 5 x 1:1 Brainstorming Sessions discussing your storyline, character development, tone, etc.

  • Each writing session mapped out for you

  • Fortnightly accountability sessions and ongoing digital check-ins

  • Ongoing feedback on sections of your writing, up to 25,000 words

  • A structural edit service upon completion of your first draft

  • Support to help you prepare for publishing, like querying literary agents.

  • A guide to help you tidy things up

  • A quick-fire system to help you get to know your characters on a deeper level

Just so you know…
I only take on five new coaching clients each month, and the two bonuses are only available to the first three who sign up.

If you don’t make a change, that manuscript will find its way to the back of your sock drawer. Guaranteed.

The most popular option

Pay in full
$8,800
*save $1,320 when you pay in full

The most flexible option

Pay as you go
9 x monthly payments of
$1,124

Investing in yourself can be scary

But there is so much to be gained from it:

  • You will be able to turn up to your writing sessions with confidence

  • You won’t burn out from writing every day, because your schedule will be designed to fit into your lifestyle

  • In 6 months you could have a completed first draft!

  • You will learn lessons as you write, potentially avoiding multiple edits down the track

  • You will have ongoing support from someone focused on you and your story

  • You could become a published author (pretty hard to do without a written book, huh?)

Here’s what others have had to say…

  • Annika is extremely professional, friendly, so knowledgeable, and she genuinely cares about what I'm writing. Her enthusiasm is so contagious, and our sessions leave my mind buzzing for days...After reading so many books about 'how to write a novel' and doing so many courses and workshops, I feel like the value of Annika's sessions are probably incomparable so far. If you want a road map, brainstorm a few ideas, get honest feedback, or a motivation boost, she's your person!

    Nadia Heisler, coaching client

  • Annika is such a joy to work with. My first coaching session was at the end of September 2024, and now as October comes to a close, I have now been able to write 17,000 words after only managing 5,000 words the month prior. She helped me form a solid writing routine, supported me through self-doubt and brainstormed ideas with me. I would highly recommend Polished Prose to anyone currently working on their novel. Finishing my first novel no longer seems like a dream, but a reality!!

    Lauren Goodwin, coaching client

The Actually Write the Novel Guarantee.

I have full faith that the value from my coaching services will help you finish your novel and ready it for publication.

In fact, I’m so confident that you’ll get it to this stage, that if you don’t, I will keep working with you until you do.

If you make this investment, you’ll be able to say: I wrote a book.

So, what are you waiting for?

Not ready for 9 months of coaching but still need some clarity and direction?