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HOW COLLABS WORK

Ask anyone about their dreams, and you'll often hear 'to write a book'. Every woman has a story worthy of being shared, but not everyone believes they can write it.

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Writing as part of a group, with a strong and clear programme of editorial advice and emotional support is the key to believing you can write.

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Writing a book alone can be an isolating experience, writing with others is so different: there's a community, you get to meet and speak to the other writers, and while you're finding and contributing your authentic voice and wisdom in your particular chapter, you're supported by the whole work.

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Book collaborations have made writing easier, faster and more enjoyable.

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Often what starts as an exciting writing project, becomes a profound journey of self-discovery and many are surprised by the wisdom they uncover in themselves as they put their experiences into words.

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ABSOLUTELY NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY - that's the point, you'll be put through an author programme that helps you breaks down your chapter into bite size pieces and you deliver a short section each week.

LYNETTE ALLEN, PHOTOGRAPHED BY DAN TIDSWELL

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We start with a theme

Each book has a 'theme' so everyone is writing on aspects of the same topic. By the time the book is finished and fully edited, it comes together as a whole, to make it a cohesive read for the reader while making sure each authors own voice, personal story and personality is maintained.

 

Timescale

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Your time commitment is one month, the month the Author Programme starts.

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We start writing together - we have 4 x 90 minute zoom calls together, spanning 3 weeks and in that time, you'll write your chapter.

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Each chapter is broken down into 3 sections and you'll write and deliver 1 section (typically 1 x A4 page) each week for 3 weeks.

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After that, you'll be needed ad hoc for editing and refining your chapter, which usually takes between 2 - 4 rounds of edits before it's finished.

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When your finished chapter is ready, you will receive a formal sign-off form, to approve it for print. Absolutely nothing gets printed without your consent and written sign-off.

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Once we have our completed manuscript and everyone has signed off their chapter, the production stages can be done; professional proof-reading, type setting, layout, cover design and production, that will all be done for you and it generally takes around 3 months.

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The Author Programme

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Our authors go through a beautiful programme, spanning 22 days to write their chapter, it includes;

 

  • 4 x 90-minute weekly Zoom sessions with structured guidance and concept development

  • Sharing opportunities - we encourage our authors to ask questions, or shared some of their story on the calls, this creates an extremelt supportive and engaging author team. Calls are always inspirational, feel-good and informative

  • The authors have their own small WhatsApp group for peer connection and encouragement (usually 5-6 people in each)

  • Everyone also has direct access to Lynette via WhatsApp for personal support and guidance

  • One-to-one calls available at no extra charge when needed

  • Professional editorial support is included with multiple rounds of editing until your chapter is polished

  • Each author has complete control over final approval - nothing published without written consent

  • Everyone receives personalised marketing materials for book launch promotion and the race to Amazon No. 1 is always exciting on launch day!

  • The online celebration launch event is free for authors & speakers

  • All online sessions are recorded so it doesn't matter what time zone you're in, you can still take part, our authors have come from all over the world!

  • We give our authors very clear, professional formatting and presentation guidelines

  • Everyone is part of the worldwide launch team experience and also invited to take part in future book launches too!

  • Each structured writing process is broken into manageable weekly submissions

  • And Lynette gives a 'behind-the-scenes' look into how writing a book, bring it all together and publishing it really works!

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PLUS...

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You can include your name and business instagram tag/website in your chapter!

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You Are Fully Supported

 

You'll have direct access to Lynette on WhatsApp, for help at any time, whether it's getting your story clear in your mind, emotional support or encouragement, 1:1 calls can be arranged at no charge, to ensure you feel comfortable and competent delivery your work.

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How and Where Are the Books Published?

 

The books are all published through Amazon. It means they're on sale all around the world and are very easy to access and find on the net.

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The 'Launch' and the Publicity

 

With so many authors on the writing team, we all become the publicity! Each author gets personalised material to send out to promote the big launch date, everyone is encouraged to talk on podcasts, write about the book, talk about it and invite people to the launch party- usually we have a Zoom launch party where we interview the authors etc - it's a VERY exciting time!

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Investment

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The investment is £425 GBP and that charge supports the project from inception (idea) to being on Amazon as a professional book to buy, it covers everything from the author programme, mentoring, editing, proofreading, book design etc. There are no other costs and the payment can be spread out in the preceding months before the writing programme starts.

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Who Gets the Royalties?


Royalties are the monthly profits that are made from book sales and 100% of those royalties go to charity - usually Bali Street Mums which is a very small and transparent charity. Lynette has been working closely with Kim the founder of Bali Street Mums since the year 2000 and the book collaborations have raised thousands of pounds for impoverished women and children in Bali - that money goes directly to school fees, medical care, food, housing aid and education for both the mums and the children.

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THE LAUNCH PARTY!

Every book needs a launch, right? Our collabs are usually launched on-line with a speaker, all the authors and friends, family and readers! For the launch of A Woman's Voice is a Revolution, we also had a Cacao Ceremony Launch Party for all the authors.

 

All photos by Belinda Grant Photography & Film

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