Suzanne Sherman

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Some people call me a book midwife. Most people are just glad they called me.

AUTHOR COACH
Are you looking for individualized help structuring or writing your book? Learn more….

CONSULTING & CRITIQUE
Find out what’s working and what needs can be improved or developed. I offer in-depth written critique of manuscripts, synopses, proposals, and queries. Learn more….

ONLINE CLASSES
Writing a memoir? Improve your craft in six weeks with my online course and get your book done right. Learn more….

Some people call me a book midwife.
Other people are just glad they called me.

WRITING
COACH

Like assistance planning a book? Ready to write and want a good writing coach to give you guidance and feedback as you go? Or maybe you’re navigating the publishing field, trying to choose your best route.

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CONSULTATION, CRITIQUE, CLASSES

I offer skilled critique to improve manuscripts, book proposals, and query letters. If you want to sharpen your craft or learn how to manage the emotional arena of memoir writing — revealing of self, revealing of others, legalities, reactivating emotional discomfort, and more — register for my online class or webinar.

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NONFICTION
BOOKS

Nonfiction books have certain qualities that make them successful. If you’re writing a self-help book, an informational book in your area of expertise, or a how-to book, I can help.

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About Suzanne

Suzanne Sherman is a veteran publishing professional, with thirty-five years in the field and a specialization in memoir and other nonfiction. Her clients have published with Wiley & Sons, Chronicle Books, Ten Speed Press, and a number of smaller publishers. She has also helped many authors successfully self-publish. Some of Suzanne’s memoir students and coaching clients prefer to write for personal pleasure or to create books for family, and they call her an invaluable guide.

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