Publishing Services

Individual Coaching

My coaching - on an individual basis, in person, by phone and online via Skype or email - provides regular review, concrete suggestions for improvement, and encouragement in all aspects of fiction writing, (including story development, narrative arc, concept and structure, plotting, character development and dialoque) and creative nonfiction (including book proposal development for memoir, biography and other nonfiction).

Manuscript Review

I provide manuscript review services for both fiction and nonfiction manuscripts. My critiques include line- and/or developmental editing and a comprehensive written critique outlining strengths and weaknesses and specific suggestions for improvement. My fees are project-based and competitive. If you are interested in a manuscript review, send me an email.

Here's what my students say about my coaching and ms. critiques:

"Marcia Meier is a lifeline! She offers excellent counsel, guidance and insider knowlege that is unparalleled. She is quick to respond, timely on deadlines , courteous and professional. As a first-time writer, Marcia's assistance and coaching enabled me to secure agent representation with my first query! I highly recommend her services to both experienced and new writers. I enjoyed working with her and would work with her again!" - Lynne F.

"You have helped me in so many ways. In all my 40 years as a writer, no one has done as much for me and my writing as you." - Patrick F.

"I was thinking the other day how it was about a year ago that I started working with you. I think of the confidence you've given me, the support and encouragement you've shown me, and I'm so grateful for your valuable insights on writing and life!" - Michele W.

“Marcia is an inspiration. She offers thoughtful and constructive critique and her classroom is a safe place to share and discuss work. She is also an invaluable resource in terms of publishing – she really can help steer you in the right direction toward getting your work published – if that’s your goal.  I highly recommend her as a teacher of writing because she can truly help take your work to a higher level.” – Eva F.

“Always gracious - positive feedback- a wealth of information about publishing, blogging, writing editorials, you name it - Marcia knows her subject inside and out. “ – Gail G.

“I like Marcia’s style of providing new information and then the readings of our contributions. I particularly appreciated her useful comments, the small group and the opinions of others.” – Erline G.

“I have been a published writer for several years, but Marcia's techniques helped me tackle some deeply personal stories that had been tugging at me for a very long time. I appreciate the comfortable environment she offers as well as her willingness to be honest with me.”  - Lisa S.

Marketing & Promotion

My marketing and promotion services include, but are not limited to, brainstorming, book proposal preparation, query letters, marketing and publicity (traditional and particularly online and social media marketing); and publishing advice (traditional and self-publishing). Please email me for information about fees for all my services.